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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elmwood Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $900 (8 Rentals)
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$1,039 - $1,6594 to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 19, 2026
Pique Berkeley
2587-2589 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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$1,250 - $2,3001 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2026
The Laureate
2556 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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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 | $2,326 | $1,625 | $3,390 |
| Elmwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,624 | $1,475 | $6,510 |
| Elmwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,942 | $1,054 | $6,801 |
| Elmwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,291 | $1,375 | $10,000+ |
| Elmwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,061 | $972 | $5,995 |
| Elmwood 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,120 | $1,499 | $8,000 |
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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 6 Beds unit found at 2715 Dwight priced from $963. Elmwood Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2715 Dwight | 6 Bedroom | 4 Bath | 6BR,4BA | $963 |
| Elmwood Village | 9 | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| ArtHaus Telegraph | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,490 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, CA
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $2.92 price per square foot 3012College Model at 3012 College Ave in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 2520 College Avenue starting at $5,895 with a $6.13 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3012 College Ave | 3012College | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| 2520 College Avenue | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $6.13 |
| Parker House | D1 | 3BR,1BA | $5.07 |
| Telegraph Bays | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $4.67 |
| 2540 Regent St | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $8.39 |
| 26FIFTY | O2 | 1BR,1BA | $7.01 |
| Elmwood Village | 9 | Studio ,1BA | $5.48 |
| ArtHaus Telegraph | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $7.37 |
| Special Promo! Private Bed near UC Berkeley! | Private Single | 1BR,1.5BA | $18.44 |
Getting Around the Elmwood Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
92 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
60 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Cheap Elmwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Elmwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elmwood is under $7,375.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elmwood?
The cheapest apartment in Elmwood is 26FIFTY which is listed at $2,895, while the average apartment in Elmwood costs $16,923.
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 22 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 $1,396 which is $15,527 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elmwood.
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