
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (27 Rentals)
Rental terms in the Downtown Berkeley area of Berkeley as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


4 Months
K Street Flats

12 Months
1530 Henry Street

12 Months
1634 Milvia

5 Months, 12 Months
The Lair

12 Months
The Den
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6 Months, 15 Months
Berkeley Central

5 Months, 12 Months
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB!

6 Months, 12 Months, 18 Months
Bosco

1 Month
1938 Channing Way

1 Month
2077 Haste St

1 Month
1698 University Ave
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1 Month
2055 Haste St

1 Month
1698 University Ave

1 Month
2739 Ashby Pl

1 Month
2312 Bonar St

1 Month
2312 Bonar St

1 Month
2314 Bonar St
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1 Month
1936 Channing Way

1 Month
2077 Haste St

1 Month
2124 Parker St

1 Month
2150 Kittredge St

1 Month
2510 Channing Way

1 Month
2124 Parker St
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1 Month
2150 Kittredge St

1 Month
2701 Shattuck Ave.

12 Months
3028 Colby St
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 | $2,568 | $950 | $5,226 |
| Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,382 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $746 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,221 | $608 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,054 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,701 | $911 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,831 | $828 | $9,495 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Downtown Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Downtown Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB! listed at $695.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Downtown Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is $4,005.
What is the largest Short-term Downtown Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Berkeley is a 1,713 square feet unit starting from $3,423 at Berkeley Central.
What is the average size for Downtown Berkeley Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Downtown Berkeley is currently at 564 sq ft.
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