2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (541 Rentals)

FOUND Study Southside Berkeley

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Student | Identity Logan Park

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2249 Bonar 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 |
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Downtown Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,491 | $999 | $3,807 |
Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,729 | $795 | $5,090 |
Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,323 | $800 | $7,607 |
Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,118 | $849 | $9,300 |
Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,276 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,798 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $1,315 | $8,500 |
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Largest Available Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is found at Berkeley Central and is listed at 1,598 square feet priced from $6,254. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Berkeley Central | 2 Bedroom Two Bath Penthouse | 1,598 Sq Ft | $6,254 |
Stonefire | D8 | 1,578 Sq Ft | $5,905 |
Ace Berkeley | 2BR/2B - Deluxe - B11 | 1,359 Sq Ft | $1,575 |
Bosco | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft | 1,280 Sq Ft | $3,717 |
Shattuck Apartments | 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom | 1,105 Sq Ft | $3,495 |
Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 02 | 1,086 Sq Ft | $1,444 |
Telegraph Gardens | 2X2 B3 | 1,082 Sq Ft | $4,095 |
Hub Bancroft | 2x2 E | 1,072 Sq Ft | $1,689 |
The Lair | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,050 Sq Ft | $4,809 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the Aerial 01 Model starting from $1,119 at Student | Identity Logan Park. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Berkeley is currently $3,323. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Student | Identity Logan Park | Aerial 01 | $1,119 |
2715 Dwight | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B | $1,225 |
2618 College | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B | $1,255 |
Historic-Charming Apartment Steps from the South Side of Campus | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B | $1,355 |
Ace Berkeley | 2BR/2B - Deluxe - B10 | $1,375 |
K Street Flats | 2BD, 1BTH S | $1,488 |
Hub Bancroft | 2x2 E | $1,689 |
Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,056 |
2414 Telegraph | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | $2,095 |
MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $2,500 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Berkeley with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Downtown Berkeley is at Student | Identity Logan Park listed at $1,119.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is $3,323.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Berkeley is a 1,598 square feet unit starting from $6,254 at Berkeley Central.
What is the average size for Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Downtown Berkeley is currently 831 sq ft.
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