1931 San Pablo Ave
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,300 (13 Rentals)
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B28
2028 Bancroft WayBerkeley, CA 94704
1245 Francisco St
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1180 University Ave
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Berkeley Park Apartments
2025 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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The Village at Town Center
6410 Schmidt LnEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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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 | $2,503 | $1,595 | $3,525 |
| Northwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,772 | $1,673 | $4,018 |
| Northwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,844 | $1,665 | $5,663 |
| Northwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,909 | $2,500 | $6,595 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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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 The Village at Town Center priced from $1,695. Fourth and U has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,211. Here are the most affordable Northwest Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Town Center | The Dolce | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $2,211 |
| Hopkins Park Apartments | Upstairs 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Berkeley Park Apartments | B2-BW | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio,1BA | $2,591 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Berkeley, CA
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Berkeley area is the $3.70 price per square foot B2-BW Model at Berkeley Park Apartments in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Northwest Berkeley apartment is the Shattuck Model at Fourth and U starting at $2,211 with a $3.50 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berkeley Park Apartments | B2-BW | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio ,1BA | $4.65 |
| Bayview Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.96 |
| Acton Courtyard | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.41 |
| Hopkins Park Apartments | Downstairs 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.32 |
| URSA Berkeley | ALPHA | Studio ,1BA | $7.17 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Dolce | Studio ,1BA | $4.58 |
| B28 | SA | Studio ,1BA | $7.97 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthwest Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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Getting Around the Northwest Berkeley Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
97 / 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 Northwest Berkeley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest Berkeley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest Berkeley is under $3,289.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Berkeley?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Berkeley is The Village at Town Center which is listed at $1,990, while the average apartment in Northwest Berkeley costs $6,999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest Berkeley?
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 43 regular apartments in Northwest Berkeley 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 Northwest Berkeley?
Cheap apartments in Northwest Berkeley have an average cost of $1,976 which is $5,023 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Berkeley.
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