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How much does it cost to rent a home in Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,569 | $2,380 | $7,500 |
| Berkeley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,450 | $2,795 | $7,800 |
| Berkeley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,450 | $1,400 | $7,500 |
| Berkeley 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,922 | $4,995 | $8,850 |
| Berkeley 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,500 | $8,500 | $8,500 |
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Cheapest Available Berkeley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Berkeley, CA is a Studio unit found at 2737 Durant Avenue in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $748. 1801 Milvia Street in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Berkeley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $748 |
| 1801 Milvia Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Wesley House | 5BR/2.0BA | 5BR,2BA | $795 |
| 1770 La Loma | Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Lair | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Berkeley area is the $0.45 price per square foot 7 Bedroom | 3 Bath Model at 2430 Prospect LP in the in the UC Berkeley neighborhood starting from $878. The second greatest value Berkeley apartment is the 4 Bedroom | 3 Bath Model at 2710 College LLC starting at $2,030 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2430 Prospect LP | 7 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 7BR,3BA | $0.45 |
| 2710 College LLC | 4 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 4BR,3BA | $1.12 |
| 2504 Dana St | Single Bedroom Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Pique Berkeley | 4BR/4BA - D2 | 4BR,4BA | $1.09 |
| 2620 Regent | 5 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 5BR,3BA | $1.06 |
| 3228 Adeline LLC | 5 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 5BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2618 College | 5 Bedroom | 2 Bath | 5BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 2124 Parker | 3 Bedroom | 2 Bath A | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| ArtHaus Telegraph | Cal Suite | 4BR,2BA | $1.42 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Berkeley?
There are currently 3619 Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA with pricing that ranges from $748 to $22,766. There are also 125 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Berkeley ranging from $990 to $8,850.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Berkeley?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Berkeley ranges from $990 to $8,850 with an average monthly rent of $3,551.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Berkeley?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Berkeley range from $850 to $9,494, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,795 to $7,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $845.
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