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

2510 Bancroft Way

FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley

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Modera Berkeley

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Blake at Berkeley

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1930 Channing Way

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2319 Shattuck Ave.

1725 Oxford St

University Park

Rise at Berkeley
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2701 Shattuck Ave.

2701 Shattuck Ave.

1154 Hearst Ave

1640 Euclid Ave

1720 Spruce St

2437 Shattuck Ave.

2613 Sacramento St

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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 | $2,537 | $999 | $3,955 |
Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,738 | $795 | $5,090 |
Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,333 | $800 | $7,607 |
Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,110 | $849 | $9,300 |
Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,296 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,834 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $1,315 | $2,115 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The Lair | 0BR/1.0BA | 1,050 Sq Ft | $999 |
Ace Berkeley | Studio - Double - S4 | 591 Sq Ft | $3,500 |
2412 Ellsworth St. | Studio, 1 Bathroom | 536 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
Addison | S1 | 517 Sq Ft | $3,162 |
26FIFTY | L1 | 515 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
The Dwight | A | 504 Sq Ft | $2,645 |
2000 Durant Ave | Studio, 1 bath | 500 Sq Ft | $1,875 |
Berkeley Central | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $3,368 |
Americana Apartments | Studio | 385 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
2729 Dwight | Studio | 1 Bath | 353 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 Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
---|---|---|
The Lair | 0BR/1.0BA | $999 |
Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,297 |
University Park | S1 | $1,304 |
Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,397 |
2729 Dwight | Studio | 1 Bath | $1,495 |
Hub Bancroft | Studio D | $1,589 |
Durant CAL Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,795 |
2530 Hillegass Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,795 |
2000 Durant Ave | Studio, 1 bath | $1,875 |
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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
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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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