Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (124 Rentals)

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Rentals in the Downtown Berkeley area of Berkeley near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

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Parker
$3,347 - $6,920

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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Parker

2038 Parker StBerkeley, CA 94704
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The Durant
$1,600 - $3,040

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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2027

The Durant

2631 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Hillside Village
$2,125 - $2,550

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Base Rent$2,125 - $2,550
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Hillside Village

1801 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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Ace Berkeley
$1,490 - $6,115

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Base Rent$1,490 - $6,115
Total Monthly Price$1,490 - $6,115
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Ace Berkeley

2108 Berkeley WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Modera Berkeley
$3,915 - $7,249

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Modera Berkeley

2119 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Bachenheimer
$3,155 - $4,770

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Base Rent$3,155 - $4,770
Total Monthly Price$3,155 - $4,770
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Bachenheimer

2119 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student Downtown Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown Berkeley?

Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is at 2737 Durant Avenue listed at $748.

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

The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is $2,987.

What is the largest Student Downtown Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Berkeley is a 2,556 square feet unit starting from $1,049 at Pique Berkeley.

What is the average size for Downtown Berkeley Student Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Student rental in Downtown Berkeley is currently at 595 sq ft.

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