
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (670 Rentals)


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Modera Berkeley

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The Dwight
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1770 La Loma

2627 Hillegass Avenue

1771 Highland Place

2500 Durant Avenue

1930 Channing Way
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2030 Dwight Way

2520 College Avenue

2333 Channing Way

2510 Bancroft Way

2530 Hillegass Ave

2434 Piedmont

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Wesley House

2414 Telegraph
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Blake at Berkeley

The Berkeley Place

2618 College

2225 Hearst

Woolsey Walk

The Overture

2311 Le Conte

Addison Arts Apartments
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Uni Flats

The Kittredge

2360 Ellsworth

2500 Dana St

Hillegass Apartments

International House Berkeley

The Den

The Standard at Berkeley

Addison

Helios
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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 | $2,532 | $800 | $5,558 |
Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $765 | $9,925 |
| Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,146 | $472 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,330 | $612 | $9,021 |
| Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,364 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,417 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,976 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 670 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 The Den and is listed at 1,360 square feet priced from $2,450. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Den | 1BR/1.0BA | 1,360 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1,186 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 1+ Bed / 1 Bath (w/partition) | 803 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| The Overture | Loft 1 Bedroom | 782 Sq Ft | $3,095 |
| The Kittredge | 1BR/1.0BA | 762 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 700 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| Parker | One Bedroom | 617 Sq Ft | $3,182 |
| Americana Apartments | 1 Br. | 580 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Modera Berkeley | A06 | 557 Sq Ft | $3,308 |
| 2500 Durant Avenue | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 554 Sq Ft | $2,945 |
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 $2,702. 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 |
| Helios | Helios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027... | $950 |
| 2731 Durant Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,195 |
| MB Apartments | 1 bedrooms | $1,850 |
| Woolsey Walk | 1 Bedroom, 1 full, 452 sqft, 2325 Woolsey Street | $1,895 |
| Wesley House | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,895 |
| 2121 Blake St | 1 Bd/1 Bth | $1,975 |
| 2211 Carleton St | 1BRD 1 BATH | $1,995 |
| 2530 Hillegass Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Bath | $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 $2,702.
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 $2,450 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 500 sq ft.
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