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2214 Channing Way, Unit 1
2214 Channing WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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2214 Channing Way, Unit 1
2214 Channing WayBerkeley, CA 94704
2117 Delaware St, Unit A
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BerkeleyCA94702
1352 Blake St, Unit Upstairs
1352 Blake St
BerkeleyCA94702
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Berkeley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,399 | $2,395 | $4,750 |
| Downtown Berkeley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,875 | $4,400 | $5,350 |
| Downtown Berkeley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,490 | $4,495 | $8,500 |
| Downtown Berkeley 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Collab@Oxford priced from $472. FOUND Study Southside Berkeley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Downtown Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collab@Oxford | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $472 |
| FOUND Study Southside Berkeley | 4x2 - Double - Berkeley 26-27 | 4BR,2BA | $845 |
| 1770 La Loma | Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Berkeley area is the $3.51 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Penthouse - 1598 sqft Model at Berkeley Central in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $5,615. The second greatest value Downtown Berkeley apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at RUMI at King starting at $1,062 with a $1.12 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Central | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Penthouse - 1598 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $3.51 |
| RUMI at King | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Stranda Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| ArtHaus Dwight | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Collab@Oxford | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| ArtHaus Telegraph | Cal Suite | 4BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 1467 Russell St | 1467 Russell St | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| FOUND Study Downtown Berkeley | A2 (1 Bed/1 Bath) | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Telegraph Commons | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Berkeley?
There are currently 1534 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley, CA with pricing that ranges from $472 to $259,501. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Berkeley ranging from $890 to $18,000.
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 $890 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,160.
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 $612 to $9,021, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,400 to $5,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $845.
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