2531 Benvenue Ave
BerkeleyCA94704
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elmwood Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $800 (29 Rentals)
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$970 - $7,9402 to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 14
2715 Dwight
2715 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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$1,049 - $1,7194 to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 19
Pique Berkeley
2587-2589 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94704
2601 College Ave, Unit 208
2601 College Ave
BerkeleyCA94704
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$1,100 - $8,2501 to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 14
2618 College
2618 College AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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$1,175 - $3,7503 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Laureate
2556 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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$1,580 - $7,9005 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 14
2620 Regent
2620 Regent StBerkeley, CA 94704
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$1,650Studio Apartments Available Aug 1
2818 Telegraph Ave, Unit 26
2818 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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$1,695 - $3,350Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
2530 Hillegass Ave
2530 Hillegass AveBerkeley, CA 94704
2509 Dana St
BerkeleyCA94704
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$1,700Studio Apartments Available Aug 1
2818 Telegraph Ave, Unit 28
2818 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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$1,870 - $2,1704 to 5 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 14
2710 College
2710 College AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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$2,2751 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
2818 Telegraph Ave, Unit 2818 Telegraph Ave
2818 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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Hillegass Apartments
2610 Hillegass AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Bishop Berkeley Apartments
2709 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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2508 Hillegass Ave
2508 Hillegass AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Elmwood Village
2974-2980 College AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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Glenn Building Apartment
2430 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Rumi Apartments
2525 Stuart StBerkeley, CA 94705
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2541 Regent Street Berkeley CA 94704
2541 Regent StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2537 Regent St
2537 Regent StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2708 College Ave
2708 College AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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2828 College Ave
2828 College AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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Uni Flats
2535 College AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2540 Regent St
2540 Regent StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2606 Benvenue Ave
2606 Benvenue AveBerkeley, CA 94704
6614 Telegraph Ave
OaklandCA94609
457 -459 65th St, Unit Fairview Park upper floor unit
457 -459 65th St
OaklandCA94609
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323 Alcatraz Ave
323 Alcatraz AveOakland, CA 94618
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Elmwood, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Studio Apartments | $1,854 | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Elmwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $1,475 | $3,095 |
| Elmwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,861 | $1,070 | $9,237 |
| Elmwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,695 | $1,185 | $10,000+ |
| Elmwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $970 | $7,940 |
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Cheapest Available Elmwood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmwood area of San Francisco, CA is a 4 Beds unit found at The Laureate priced from $1,800. 2410 Dwight Way has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,145. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Laureate | 4 Beds, 2 Baths | 4BR,2BA | $1,800 |
| 2410 Dwight Way | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,145 |
| Isle of Dwight | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3,195 |
| Parker House | C1 | 2BR,1BA | $3,495 |
| 2520 Hillegass Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,600 |
| 2610 Regent St. | 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $4,395 |
| 2546 Warring St. | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $4,800 |
| Telegraph Bays | C2 Loft+Balcony | 3BR,2BA | $4,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, CA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $4.37 price per square foot 2803 Telegraph Ave Model at 2803 Telegraph Ave, Unit 2803 telegraph in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $6,295. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the C2 Loft+Balcony Model at Telegraph Bays starting at $4,995 with a $3.94 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2803 Telegraph Ave, Unit 2803 telegraph | 2803 Telegraph Ave | 4BR,2BA | $4.37 |
| Telegraph Bays | C2 Loft+Balcony | 3BR,2BA | $3.94 |
| 2546 Warring St. | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $4.53 |
| 2610 Regent St. | 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $4.54 |
| The Laureate | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| 2631 Regent St, Unit 2631 A | 2631 Regent St | 2BR,1BA | $4.67 |
| 2520 Hillegass Ave | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.24 |
| Parker House | C1 | 2BR,1BA | $4.42 |
| ArtHaus Telegraph | Cal Suite | 4BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 2410 Dwight Way | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmwood Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elmwood?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 17 regular apartments in Elmwood that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Elmwood?
Cheap apartments in Elmwood have an average cost of $1,745 which is $24,435 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elmwood.
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