Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (27 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Berkeley area of Berkeley with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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B28
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1 Month Free FULLY FURNISHED UNITS AVAILABLE FROM AUGUST 2025! SIGN LEASE FOR 11 OR 12 MONTHS AND GET ONE MONTH FREE! LOOK AND LEASE SPECIAL
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B28

2028 Bancroft WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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The Dwight
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2 Months Free NOW OFFERING 2 MONTHS FREE ON SELECT APARTMENT HOMES! Please Call For Specials Today!
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The Dwight

2121 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Parker
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Specials Now Offering 2 Weeks Free on Select Homes! Tour Today and Earn an Extra $500 Look and Lease Special!
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Parker

2038 Parker StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Hillside Village
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Specials Sign today to secure our new low rates! Rates as low as $1240 for double occupancy and $2020 for single occupancy when you apply an
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Hillside Village

1801 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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Bosco
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Specials Get 3 Months FREE Now! Flexible move-in & short-term lease! Special rate for immediate move-in + summer rental available. Fall 2025
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Bosco

1717 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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26FIFTY
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1 Month Free Limited-Time Offer: One Month Free! We're excited to offer a one-month rent concession on select units. Don’t miss out on this
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26FIFTY

2650 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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TheShattuck
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Specials Rental Details: Water & Garbage: $50/month per occupant PG&E (Electric & Gas): Paid by tenant Parking (Optional): $200/month assign
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TheShattuck

2701 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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Helios
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Specials Last month free with minimum 12 months lease 1/2 month free with a 6 months lease
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Helios

1698 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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Addison
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Specials $500 Look & Lease. Join us May.31.2025 10am - 2pm for a Special Brunch Open House Additional specials offered. * *Restrictions Appl
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Addison

1950 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

Top Berkeley Apartments in the Downtown Berkeley Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 06-10-2025

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown Berkeley, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Blake at Berkeley

2 Weeks Free Look and Lease SpecialExpires 06-11-2025

University Park

Sign today and receive One Month FREE!Expires 06-11-2025

The Standard at Berkeley

Waived Application Fee for the 2024/2025 term applicationsExpires 06-11-2025

2500 Durant Avenue

Sign by June 10th and get TWO MONTHS FREE! Now leasing for Fall 2025Expires 06-11-2025

Hillside Village

Sign today to secure our new low rates! Rates as low as $1240 for double occupancy and $2020 for single occupancy when you apply and sign within 48hrs! Already signed? Refer a friend to Hillside and receive a $500 gift card! Fill a 2 bedroom unit and receive a $2500 GC per unit! NOW OFFERING BY THE BEDROOM LEASING. Contact the leasing office for details. Restrictions may apply.Expires 06-11-2025

2510 Bancroft Way

Sign by June 10th and get TWO MONTHS FREE! Now leasing for Fall 2025Expires 06-11-2025

Parker

Now Offering 2 Weeks Free on Select Homes! Tour Today and Earn an Extra $500 Look and Lease Special!Expires 06-11-2025

The Dwight

NOW OFFERING 2 MONTHS FREE ON SELECT APARTMENT HOMES! Please Call For Specials Today!Expires 06-11-2025

Bosco

Get 3 Months FREE Now! Flexible move-in & short-term lease! Special rate for immediate move-in + summer rental available. Fall 2025 pre-leasing (8/15/25–7/31/26), 12-month! Claim your spot now!Expires 06-11-2025

Addison

$500 Look & Lease. Join us May.31.2025 10am - 2pm for a Special Brunch Open House Additional specials offered. * *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out to the Leasing Team for more details.Expires 06-11-2025

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Berkeley, CA

Specials updated: 06-10-2025

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Berkeley, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Spectra Southside (Student)

$1500 Gift Card $1500 Gift CardExpires 11-13-2025

The Laureate

Call for details!Expires 07-31-2025

The Euclid

Fully furnished units that just underwent renovation.Expires 08-31-2025

B28

FULLY FURNISHED UNITS AVAILABLE FROM AUGUST 2025! SIGN LEASE FOR 11 OR 12 MONTHS AND GET ONE MONTH FREE! LOOK AND LEASE SPECIAL GET $1K GIFT CARD!Expires 06-15-2025

26FIFTY

Limited-Time Offer: One Month Free! We're excited to offer a one-month rent concession on select units. Don’t miss out on this limited-time offer. Contact the property manager today to learn more.Expires 06-30-2025

TheShattuck

Rental Details: Water & Garbage: $50/month per occupant PG&E (Electric & Gas): Paid by tenant Parking (Optional): $200/month assigned parking Small pets welcome: $50/month pet rent (ESA with documentation accepted) Application Fee: $50 per applicant Renter's Insurance: Required No Smoking Property Lease Terms: Advertised rent reflects a 12-month lease. A 10-month lease beginning August 1, 2025, is available at a higher monthly rate. Contact us for details. Floor plans and images shown are for illustrative purposes only; actual layouts and finishes may vary.Expires 06-30-2025

SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available

Refer a friend and get $500 for you AND your friend! Sky's the limit. Restrictions apply but referrals are unlimited!Expires 08-29-2025

Helios

Last month free with minimum 12 months lease 1/2 month free with a 6 months leaseExpires 06-30-2025

Bosco

Get 3 Months FREE Now! Flexible move-in & short-term lease! Special rate for immediate move-in + summer rental available. Fall 2025 pre-leasing (8/15/25–7/31/26), 12-month! Claim your spot now!Expires 06-11-2025

Addison

$500 Look & Lease. Join us May.31.2025 10am - 2pm for a Special Brunch Open House Additional specials offered. * *Restrictions Apply. Select Units Only. Please reach out to the Leasing Team for more details.Expires 06-11-2025

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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 Rent Specials Downtown Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown Berkeley?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available listed at $795.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Berkeley Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is $3,574.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Berkeley is a 1,884 square feet unit starting from $3,690 at The Standard at Berkeley.

What is the average size for Downtown Berkeley Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Berkeley is currently at 482 sq ft.

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