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$800 - $5,695Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 1
Hillegass Apartments
2610 Hillegass AveBerkeley, CA 94704
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elmwood Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $700 (10 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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$1,099 - $3,3784 to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 19
Pique Berkeley
2587-2589 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Vanguard Apartments
2513 Piedmont AveBerkeley, CA 94704
2509 Dana St
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$1,650Studio Apartments Available Now
2818 Telegraph Ave, Unit 26
2818 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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2618 College
2618 College AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2620 Regent
2620 Regent StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2710 College
2710 College AveBerkeley, CA 94705
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Bishop Berkeley Apartments
2709 Dwight WayBerkeley, 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 | $2,157 | $800 | $3,045 |
| Elmwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $14,575 | $1,475 | $10,000+ |
| Elmwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,378 | $1,140 | $7,447 |
| Elmwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,367 | $1,250 | $7,491 |
| Elmwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,045 | $970 | $7,940 |
| Elmwood 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,918 | $1,529 | $7,500 |
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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 Studio unit found at 2508 Hillegass Ave priced from $1,795. 2530 Hillegass Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2508 Hillegass Ave | studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| 2530 Hillegass Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 2708 College Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, CA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $5.29 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 2627 Hillegass Avenue in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $7,395. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the 3012College Model at 3012 College Ave starting at $3,500 with a $2.92 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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| 2627 Hillegass Avenue | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $5.29 |
| 3012 College Ave | 3012College | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| 2631 Regent St, Unit 2631 | 2631 Regent St | 2BR,1BA | $5.24 |
| The Laureate | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $4.68 |
| Vanguard Apartments | 1bed,1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 2606 Benvenue Ave | 1br/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| 2530 Hillegass Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| 2708 College Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.37 |
| Elmwood Village | 9 | Studio ,1BA | $5.48 |
| 2508 Hillegass Ave | studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.98 |
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 $4,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elmwood?
The cheapest apartment in Elmwood is Vanguard Apartments which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Elmwood costs $21,833.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Elmwood?
Cheap apartments in Elmwood have an average cost of $3,593 which is $18,240 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elmwood.
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