1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (664 Rentals)

URSA Berkeley

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Parker

Spectra Southside (Student)

Stadium Place Apartments

K Street Flats

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Hillside Village

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26FIFTY

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Ace Berkeley
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The Laureate

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University Park

TheShattuck

2414 Telegraph

Shattuck Apartments

Student | Identity Logan Park

2627 Hillegass Avenue

2540 Regent St

2412 Ellsworth St.
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1771 Highland Place

2500 Durant Avenue

1930 Channing Way

Berkeley Park Apartments

2520 College Avenue

2610 Regent St.

2333 Channing Way

2701 Durant

2015 Haste St.

The U at California
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2530 Hillegass Ave

2510 Bancroft Way

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The Kittredge

Allston Place Apartments

Aquatic Shattuck

Blake at Berkeley

The Berkeley Place

Woolsey Walk
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Uni Flats

The Berk

Wesley House

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International House Berkeley

The Lair

The Den
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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 | $2,559 | $800 | $5,226 |
Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,479 | $765 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,975 | $748 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,493 | $400 | $8,850 |
| Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,181 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,221 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $748 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 664 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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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 Addison Arts Apartments and is listed at 803 square feet priced from $2,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison Arts Apartments | 1+ Bed / 1 Bath (w/partition) | 803 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| K Street Flats | 797 Sq Ft | $3,480 | |
| The Overture | Loft 1 Bedroom | 708 Sq Ft | $3,195 |
| 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 |
| Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 09 | 680 Sq Ft | $1,574 |
| TheShattuck | Live - Work B | 669 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
| Ace Berkeley | 1BR/1BA - Deluxe Double - A12 | 667 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| Parker | One Bedroom | 617 Sq Ft | $2,963 |
| Americana Apartments | 1 Br. | 580 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the Shared Double Model starting from $950 at Helios. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Berkeley is currently $3,479. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Helios | Shared Double | $950 |
| Casa Zimbabwe | Ridge House Triples | $1,030 |
| MB Apartments | 1 bedrooms | $1,850 |
| 2530 Hillegass Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Bath | $1,995 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $2,000 |
| 2405 Fulton St | 1 Bedroom and Full Livingroom | $2,150 |
| 2708 College Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,195 |
| 2325 Channing Way | 1br/1ba | $2,195 |
| 2412 Ellsworth St. | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $2,195 |
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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 Helios listed at $950.
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 $3,479.
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 803 square feet unit starting from $2,895 at Addison Arts Apartments.
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 570 sq ft.
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