
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,000 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Berkeley area of Berkeley.


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Downtown Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Berkeley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,670 | $2,595 | $4,975 |
Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,062 | $4,000 | $6,050 |
Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,097 | $6,195 | $8,000 |
Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,037 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,097 | $7,195 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Berkeley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Student | Identity Logan Park priced from $849. The Berk has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Downtown Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 14 | 3BR,3BA | $849 |
The Berk | Arch D1 | 4BR,1BA | $999 |
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Helios | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Spectra Southside (Student) | Single Deluxe - S | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley, CA
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Berkeley area is the $1.62 price per square foot 4 Beds, 2 Baths Model at The Laureate in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Downtown Berkeley apartment is the 1511 Derby St Model at 1511 Derby St, Unit 1511 Derby Street starting at $3,200 with a $3.20 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Laureate | 4 Beds, 2 Baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.62 |
1511 Derby St, Unit 1511 Derby Street | 1511 Derby St | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
RUMI at King | 2B2B Private Bedroom & Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
Piedmont Palace | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $2.10 |
2715 Benvenue Ave, Unit 5 | 2715 Benvenue Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
2211 Carleton St | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
Hub Bancroft | Studio D | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.28 |
Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Berkeley
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Berkeley?
There are currently 1544 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley, CA with pricing that ranges from $780 to $17,995. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Berkeley ranging from $1,000 to $13,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Berkeley?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Berkeley ranges from $1,000 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,433.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Berkeley?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Berkeley range from $849 to $9,469, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,000 to $6,050. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $999.
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