
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (1,568 Rentals)


URSA Berkeley

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Parker

FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley

Pique Berkeley

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Hillside Village

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Ace Berkeley

The Laureate

Modera Berkeley

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TheShattuck

2414 Telegraph

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2732 Benvenue Ave

2627 Hillegass Avenue

2540 Regent St

2412 Ellsworth St.

1771 Highland Place

2252 Parker Street

2025 Francisco St.

2225 Hearst

2500 Durant Avenue

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1930 Channing Way

K Street Flats

Berkeley Park Apartments

2030 Dwight Way

2620 Hillegass Ave.

2520 College Avenue

2215 Channing Way

2610 Regent St.

2333 Channing Way

2510 Bancroft Way
Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,589 | $950 | $5,270 |
| Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,386 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,782 | $746 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,208 | $608 | $8,865 |
| Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,145 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,610 | $911 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,919 | $748 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly multifamily community may be just the ticket if you have young children when you rent. Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Berkeley, this residential submarket is one of the A-list submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and great education and schools.
Luxury Living Rating
Downtown Berkeley is known as one of our favorite luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, proximity to great shopping areas, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and a full-time security staff or doorman.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area is now ranked as one of the best-regarded neighborhoods for families with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Berkeley
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Berkeley?
There are currently 996 Studio Apartments in Downtown Berkeley with rent ranges from $950 to $5,270 with an average price of $2,589.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Berkeley Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Berkeley ranges from $695 to $259,501 with an average monthly rent of $3,386.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Berkeley cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Berkeley range from $746 to $10,040. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,782.
How expensive are Downtown Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 292 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Berkeley on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $608 to $8,865 - averaging $3,208 for the location.
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