
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $612 (11 Rentals)
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1803 Oxford St

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North Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,373 | $1,297 | $3,910 |
| North Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,860 | $850 | $5,177 |
| North Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,291 | $1,540 | $6,115 |
| North Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,912 | $1,490 | $7,466 |
| North Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,161 | $5,975 | $6,275 |
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Cheapest Available North Berkeley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 1801 Milvia Street priced from $795. 1770 La Loma has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable North Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1801 Milvia Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| 1770 La Loma | Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 1803 Oxford St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,297 |
| MB Apartments | 1 bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Berkeley, CA
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Berkeley area is the $4.09 price per square foot 1441 Josephine St Model at 1441 Josephine St, Unit 1441 Josephine St. in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value North Berkeley apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at 1634 Milvia starting at $3,600 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1441 Josephine St, Unit 1441 Josephine St. | 1441 Josephine St | 2BR,2BA | $4.09 |
| 1634 Milvia | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| 2339 Hilgard Ave, Unit #301 | 2339 Hilgard Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.11 |
| Hillside Village | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| 1516Henry | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 1817 Oxford St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $4.29 |
| 1385 Shattuck Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.29 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
| 1770 La Loma | Second Floor | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North Berkeley is at 1801 Milvia Street listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North Berkeley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North Berkeley Apartment is $850 at 1770 La Loma.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North Berkeley is starting from $2,431 at Hillside Village.
What is the most affordable North Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1930 Hearst Avenue and starts from $2,895.
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