
Top Rated Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (172 Rentals)
Apartments in the Downtown Berkeley area of Berkeley with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


FOUND Study Southside Berkeley

FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley

2510 Bancroft Way

The Durant (new)

Stadium Place Apartments

The Dwight
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Hillside Village

Ace Berkeley

Aquatic Shattuck

Modera Berkeley

Sterling Oxford

Shattuck Apartments

The Laureate

Berkeley Central

Spectra Southside (Student)

Helios
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2738 Parker St

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Blake at Berkeley

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Addison Arts Apartments
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Addison

Vero Hills Apartments

SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available

2319 Shattuck 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 |
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Downtown Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,506 | $999 | $3,754 |
Downtown Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,751 | $795 | $5,090 |
Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,299 | $800 | $7,607 |
Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,164 | $849 | $9,300 |
Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,297 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,838 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,901 | $1,315 | $8,500 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Berkeley
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Berkeley?
There are currently 289 Studio Apartments in Downtown Berkeley with rent ranges from $795 to $3,754 with an average price of $4,407.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Berkeley Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Berkeley ranges from $795 to $5,090 with an average monthly rent of $2,751.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Berkeley cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Berkeley range from $800 to $7,607. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,299.
How expensive are Downtown Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 235 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Berkeley on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $849 to $9,300 - averaging $4,164 for the location.
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