Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,100 (10 Rentals)
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2008 Shattuck Ave.

1934 Stuart St

6614 Telegraph Ave
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2818 Telegraph Ave

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2825 Sacramento St

2308 Woolsey St

2640 Shattuck Ave.
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 | $3,476 | $2,000 | $4,850 |
Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,924 | $3,749 | $6,050 |
Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,200 | $8,200 | $8,200 |
Downtown Berkeley 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,000 | $7,500 | $8,500 |
Downtown Berkeley 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,775 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 10 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 Lair has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 Lair | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $999 |
2210 MLK | 5 Bedroom | 2 Bath B | 5BR,2BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley, CA
As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Berkeley area is the $2.86 price per square foot 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at 2434-2436 Fulton St in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $5,295. The second greatest value Downtown Berkeley apartment is the 4 Bedroom | 3 Bath Model at 2710 College starting at $2,215 with a $1.22 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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2434-2436 Fulton St | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $2.86 |
2710 College | 4 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 4BR,3BA | $1.22 |
2620 Regent | 5 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 5BR,3BA | $1.16 |
The Laureate | 4 Beds, 2 Baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.19 |
Bosco | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
2210 MLK | 5 Bedroom | 2 Bath A | 5BR,2BA | $1.36 |
RUMI at King | 2B2B Private Bedroom & Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
Hillside Village | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
The Durant (new) | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
2729 Dwight | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Berkeley
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Berkeley?
There are currently 1538 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley, CA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $14,290. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Berkeley ranging from $1,600 to $14,000.
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 $1,600 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,358.
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 $9,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,749 to $6,050. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $8,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,165.
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