
Apartments for Rent by Owner in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (5 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,546 | $995 | $4,449 |
| Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $600 | $5,090 |
| Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,654 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,438 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,129 | $972 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,955 | $1,140 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $963 | $2,555 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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
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 For rent By Owner Downtown Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest For rent By Owner apartment in Downtown Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable For rent By Owner Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is at 2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2342 listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a For rent By Owner Downtown Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a For rent By Owner Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is $2,916.
What is the largest For rent By Owner Downtown Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's For rent By Owner apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Berkeley is a 1,600 square feet unit starting from $6,200 at 2339 Blake St, Unit 1.
What is the average size for Downtown Berkeley For rent By Owner Apartments for rent?
The average size for a For rent By Owner rental in Downtown Berkeley is currently at 881 sq ft.
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