
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (672 Rentals)


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Modera Berkeley

The Dwight

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Ace Berkeley

The U at California

TheShattuck
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1770 La Loma

2434 Piedmont

2414 Telegraph

Allston Place Apartments

Aquatic Shattuck

Blake at Berkeley

The Berkeley Place

2410 Dwight Way

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1771 Highland Place

2618 College

2225 Hearst

2311 Le Conte

Addison Arts Apartments

2500 Durant Avenue

2520 College Avenue

2500 Dana St

2333 Channing Way
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2510 Bancroft Way

Bachenheimer

Wesley House

The Kittredge

1920 Francisco LLC

The Overture

International House Berkeley

The Den

Addison

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The Lair

Helios

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2122 Dwight Way

2405 Fulton St

2000 Durant Ave

MB Apartments

2737 Durant Avenue

1803 Oxford St
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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 | $2,447 | $850 | $3,815 |
Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,509 | $765 | $4,667 |
| Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,057 | $963 | $8,099 |
| Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,133 | $895 | $8,865 |
| Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,170 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,434 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is found at 2504 Dana St and is listed at 1,765 square feet priced from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2504 Dana St | Single Bedroom Unfurnished | 1,765 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| The Den | 1BR/1.0BA | 1,360 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1,186 Sq Ft | $1,828 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 1+ Bed / 1 Bath (w/partition) | 803 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| The Kittredge | 1BR/1.0BA | 762 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| The Overture | Loft 1 Bedroom | 708 Sq Ft | $3,095 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 700 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| 2405 Fulton St | 1 Bedroom and Full Livingroom | 680 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| Americana Apartments | 1 Br. | 580 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Modera Berkeley | A06 | 557 Sq Ft | $4,105 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the Third Floor Model starting from $850 at 1770 La Loma. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Berkeley is currently $2,509. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 1770 La Loma | Third Floor | $850 |
| 2731 Durant Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | $950 |
| Helios | Helios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027... | $950 |
| The Lair | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,259 |
| 2504 Dana St | Single Bedroom Unfurnished | $1,350 |
| Wesley House | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,737 |
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,828 |
| MB Apartments | 1 bedrooms | $1,850 |
| 2030 Dwight Way | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $1,995 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Downtown Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Berkeley with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Downtown Berkeley is at 1770 La Loma listed at $850.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Downtown Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is $2,509.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Downtown Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Berkeley is a 1,765 square feet unit starting from $1,350 at 2504 Dana St.
What is the average size for Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Downtown Berkeley is currently 500 sq ft.
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