
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (834 Rentals)


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The Durant

26FIFTY

Modera Berkeley

The Dwight

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Ace Berkeley

University Park

The U at California

TheShattuck

Student | Identity Logan Park
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Allston Place Apartments

Aquatic Shattuck

Blake at Berkeley

2410 Dwight Way

1771 Highland Place

Addison Arts Apartments

2500 Durant Avenue

2333 Channing Way

2510 Bancroft Way

Wesley House
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The Kittredge

The Overture

2729 Dwight

Berkeley Central

Americana Apartments

California Apartments

UC Studios

2122 Dwight Way

2000 Durant Ave

2737 Durant Avenue
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Aquatic @ U

RUMI at King

Rise at Berkeley

2731 Durant Ave

2818 Telegraph Ave, Unit 28

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1938 Channing Way, Unit SI ID1310767P

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1325 Sacramento St, Unit SI FL1-ID1520529P

2818 Telegraph Ave, Unit 26

1988 California St

2437 Shattuck Ave.
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2008 Shattuck Ave.

2029 Channing Way

2534-2538 Virginia St

Northside

University Avenue Cooperative Homes

2522-2524 Dwight Way

2119 Hearst Ave

1526 Arch St

2369 Le Conte Avenue

2312 Durant Ave
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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 | $2,447 | $850 | $3,815 |
| Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,509 | $765 | $4,667 |
| Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,057 | $963 | $8,099 |
| Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,133 | $895 | $8,865 |
| Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,170 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,434 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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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 2737 Durant Avenue and is listed at 1,186 square feet priced from $1,031. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | 1,186 Sq Ft | $1,031 |
| Garden Court | A1 - Studio 1 Bath | 598 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
| Ace Berkeley | Studio - S3 | 502 Sq Ft | $3,515 |
| 1526 Arch St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | 500 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | Studio, 1 bath | 500 Sq Ft | $1,775 |
| The Kittredge | Studio | 488 Sq Ft | $2,825 |
| Berkeley Park Apartments | A1-DA | 484 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| The Overture | Studio | 420 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Americana Apartments | Studio | 385 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| Allston Place Apartments | Studio | 376 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
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 $1,003 at Wesley House. The average price for all Studio apartments in Downtown Berkeley is currently $2,447. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Wesley House | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,003 |
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,031 |
| Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,397 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,450 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | Studio, 1 bath | $1,775 |
| UC Studios | Studios | $1,795 |
| Americana Apartments | Studio | $1,950 |
| Berkeley Park Apartments | A1-DA | $2,095 |
| 1526 Arch St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | $2,195 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 04 - Studio | $2,295 |
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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 Wesley House listed at $1,003.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Downtown Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Downtown Berkeley is $2,447.
What is the largest available Studio Downtown Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Berkeley is a 1,186 square feet unit starting from $1,031 at 2737 Durant Avenue.
What is the average size for Downtown Berkeley Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Downtown Berkeley is currently 380 sq ft.
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