1960-1964 San Pablo Ave
BerkeleyCA94702
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,100 (30 Rentals)
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1213 San Pablo Ave
BerkeleyCA94706
1402 Berkeley Way
BerkeleyCA94702
2155 Acton St
BerkeleyCA94702
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$2,410 - $4,702
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1122U
1122 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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$2,571 - $6,198
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Aquatic Fourth Street
2010 5th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$2,636 - $3,3981 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Fourth and U
2020 4th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$2,671 - $4,433Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Jones Berkeley
1500 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
1325 Hopkins St
BerkeleyCA94702
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$2,800
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$2,800
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$2,800
1474 7th St, Unit C
1474 7th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$3,400
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$3,400
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1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit
1337 Cornell AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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$3,510
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$3,510
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2000 Fifth Street-SI FL4-ID1505, Unit SI FL4-ID1505
2000 Fifth StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$3,600
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2001 Fifth Street-SI FL4-ID1262, Unit SI FL4-ID1262
2001 Fifth StBerkeley, CA 94710
1316 Cedar Street, Unit B
1316 Cedar Street
BerkeleyCA94702
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1919 Curtis St
1919 Curtis StBerkeley, CA 94702
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Acton Courtyard
1370 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1613 6th St
1613 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1951 Chestnut St
1951 Chestnut StBerkeley, CA 94702
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University Ave Apartments
1176 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Hopkins Park Apartments
1260-1290 Hopkins StBerkeley, CA 94702
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The Parc at 1300
1300 Delaware StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1917 6th St
1917 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1118 Delaware St
1118 Delaware StBerkeley, CA 94702
1155 Francisco St
BerkeleyCA94702
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The Lofts at 2013 Second Street
2013 2nd StBerkeley, CA 94710
933 University Ave
BerkeleyCA94710
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View Point
651 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1301 Gilman St
1301 Gilman StAlbany, CA 94706
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1213 San Pablo Ave
1213 San Pablo AveAlbany, CA 94706
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Peterson House Apartments
1124 Talbot AveAlbany, CA 94706
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Northwest Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,607 | $1,100 | $3,734 |
| Northwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,206 | $1,595 | $4,138 |
| Northwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,503 | $2,195 | $4,820 |
| Northwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,504 | $4,248 | $4,702 |
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Cheapest Available Northwest Berkeley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 1919 Curtis St priced from $1,550. The Parc at 1300 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Northwest Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 Curtis St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Parc at 1300 | The Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio,1BA | $2,571 |
| Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,671 |
| Fourth and U | Addison | 1BR,1BA | $2,721 |
| 1122U | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $3,021 |
| View Point | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Market (All Floor Plans) | 2BR,2BA | $3,580 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Berkeley, CA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Berkeley area is the $2.83 price per square foot 1337 Cornell Ave Model at 1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Northwest Berkeley apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Market (All Floor Plans) Model at View Point starting at $3,580 with a $3.07 price per square foot in the West Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit | 1337 Cornell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| View Point | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Market (All Floor Plans) | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| 1474 7th St, Unit C | 1474 7th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.73 |
| Fourth and U | Addison | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| 1122U | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $4.46 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio ,1BA | $4.62 |
| The Parc at 1300 | The Garden | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.47 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $3.52 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northwest Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northwest Berkeley is at 1919 Curtis St listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Berkeley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northwest Berkeley Apartment is $2,295 at The Parc at 1300.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northwest Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northwest Berkeley is starting from $2,495 at 1919 Curtis St.
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