1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (668 Rentals)

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Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

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 The Den and is listed at 1,360 square feet priced from $2,195. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Den1BR/1.0BA1,360 Sq Ft$2,195
ParkerOne Bedroom904 Sq Ft$3,077
Berkeley Central1 Bedroom - 797 sqft797 Sq Ft$2,965
TheShattuckLive - Work A741 Sq Ft$3,208
Addison Arts Apartments1+ Bed / 1 Bath (w/partition)731 Sq Ft$2,895
The OvertureLoft 1 Bedroom708 Sq Ft$2,895
2000 Durant Ave1 Bed, 1 bath680 Sq Ft$2,050
2405 Fulton St1 Bed, 1 bath680 Sq Ft$2,300
Americana Apartments1 Br.580 Sq Ft$2,350
Modera BerkeleyA06557 Sq Ft$3,419

Cheapest Available Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $600 at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available. 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 ListingModel NamePriced From
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available1BR/1.0BA$600
HeliosShared Double$950
Spectra Southside (Student)Single$999
Casa ZimbabweRidge House Triples$1,159
Roosevelt1BR/1.0BA$1,250
2731 Durant Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,395
The BerkArch A2$1,550
Student | Identity Logan ParkSelect 19$1,559
1930 Channing Way1 Beds, 1 Baths$1,734
MB Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$1,850

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Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northeast San Francisco, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA

Walk Score®

97 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

71 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available listed at $600.

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 1,360 square feet unit starting from $2,195 at The Den.

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 709 sq ft.

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