Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (237 Rentals)

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Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Downtown Berkeley Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in the Downtown Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is found at The Lair and is listed at 1,050 square feet priced from $999. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Lair0BR/1.0BA1,050 Sq Ft$999
Ace BerkeleyStudio - Double - S4591 Sq Ft$3,500
2412 Ellsworth St.Studio, 1 Bathroom536 Sq Ft$1,995
AddisonS1517 Sq Ft$3,162
26FIFTYL1515 Sq Ft$2,995
The DwightA504 Sq Ft$2,645
2000 Durant AveStudio, 1 bath500 Sq Ft$1,875
Berkeley CentralStudio500 Sq Ft$3,368
Americana ApartmentsStudio385 Sq Ft$1,900
2729 DwightStudio | 1 Bath353 Sq Ft$1,495

Cheapest Available Downtown Berkeley Studio Apartments

Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit Downtown Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $999 at The Lair. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Berkeley is currently $2,537. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Lair0BR/1.0BA$999
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BA$1,297
University ParkS1$1,304
Aquatic @ U0BR/1.0BA$1,397
2729 DwightStudio | 1 Bath$1,495
Hub BancroftStudio D$1,589
Durant CAL Apartments0 Beds, 1 Baths$1,795
2530 Hillegass Ave0 Beds, 1 Baths$1,795
2000 Durant AveStudio, 1 bath$1,875

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA

Ranked #6

Among neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet 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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Downtown Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Berkeley with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Downtown Berkeley is at The Lair listed at $999.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is $2,537.

What is the largest available Studio Downtown Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Berkeley is a 1,050 square feet unit starting from $999 at The Lair.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown Berkeley is currently 273 sq ft.

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