
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (612 Rentals)


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The Durant

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2627 Hillegass Avenue

1771 Highland Place

2009-2011 Haste St.

2252 Parker Street

2211 Channing Way

2025 Francisco St.

2028 Dwight Way

2500 Durant Avenue

Maison Durant

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2520 College Avenue

2333 Channing Way

2510 Bancroft Way

2530 Hillegass Ave

2715 Dwight

2015 Haste St.

2620 Hillegass Ave.

Stadium Heights LLC

Collab@Oxford

2235 Bonar St
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2414 Telegraph

Allston Place Apartments

Aquatic Shattuck

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The Berkeley Place

1920 Francisco LLC

2618 College

Woolsey Walk
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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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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 Bosco and is listed at 1,280 square feet priced from $4,956. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosco | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft | 1,280 Sq Ft | $4,956 |
| The Kittredge | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,234 Sq Ft | $6,295 |
| Parker | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 1,218 Sq Ft | $5,170 |
| Ace Berkeley | 2BR/2B - Deluxe - B9 | 1,088 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
| 2430 Fulton Street | 2 Bedroom | 1,080 Sq Ft | $3,995 |
| Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 15 | 1,078 Sq Ft | $1,239 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 06 - 2+ Bed / 1 Bath | 992 Sq Ft | $3,550 |
| Aquatic Shattuck | 2BR/2.0BA | 985 Sq Ft | $4,195 |
| RUMI at King | 2BR/2.0BA | 951 Sq Ft | $1,062 |
| The Lair | 2BR/2.0BA | 930 Sq Ft | $1,081 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the 2X1 Model starting from $472 at Collab@Oxford. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Berkeley is currently $3,146. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Collab@Oxford | 2X1 | $472 |
| RUMI at King | 2BR/2.0BA | $1,062 |
| The Lair | 2BR/2.0BA | $1,081 |
| FOUND Study Southside Berkeley | 2x1 - Double - Berkeley Spring & Summer '26 | $1,099 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 01 - 2 Bed / 1 Bath | $2,000 |
| Hillside Village | B1 | $2,020 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $2,500 |
| The Kittredge | By the Bedroom | $2,597 |
| 1622 Milvia St | 2 bedroom 1 bathroom | $2,700 |
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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 Collab@Oxford listed at $472.
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 $3,146.
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 1,280 square feet unit starting from $4,956 at Bosco.
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 720 sq ft.
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