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Catalyst
1717 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,618 (38 Rentals)
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1280 University Ave
BerkeleyCA94702
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$2,258 - $6,086
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1122U
1122 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
1342 Hearst Ave, Unit B
1342 Hearst Ave
BerkeleyCA94702
1212 Neilson St
BerkeleyCA94706
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$2,400
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Base Rent$2,400
Total Monthly Price$2,400
1329 Rose St, Unit B
1329 Rose StBerkeley, CA 94702
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$2,890
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Base Rent$2,890
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2001 Fifth St, Unit SI FL4-ID1262
2001 Fifth StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$2,898 - $3,6731 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Fourth and U
2020 4th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$3,000
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Base Rent$3,000
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1806 Franklin St, Unit A
1806 Franklin StBerkeley, CA 94702
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$3,125
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741 Addison St, Unit Ground floor apartment
741 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$3,250
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1422 6th St
1422 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$3,339 - $4,717
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Aquatic Fourth Street
2010 5th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$3,380
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Total Monthly Price$3,380
2000 Fifth St, Unit SI FL4-ID1505
2000 Fifth StBerkeley, CA 94710
1456 Hopkins St
BerkeleyCA94702
1325 Sacramento St
BerkeleyCA94702
1311 Curtis St
BerkeleyCA94702
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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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1925 10th St
1925 10th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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View Point
651 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94710
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2112 Ninth Street
2112 9th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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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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1917 6th St
1917 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
2018 Ninth St
BerkeleyCA94710
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054 - Addison & 9th
968 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1919 Curtis St
1919 Curtis StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1118 Delaware St
1118 Delaware StBerkeley, CA 94702
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929 Delaware Street, 1735 8th Street
929 Delaware StBerkeley, CA 94710
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The Lofts at 2013 Second Street
2013 2nd StBerkeley, CA 94710
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Ocean View Gardens
819 Hearst AveBerkeley, CA 94710
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1301 Hearst Avenue
1301 Hearst AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Jones Berkeley
1500 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Curtis Street 1311-1315
1311-1313 Curtis StBerkeley, CA 94702
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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 | $3,006 | $2,258 | $3,755 |
| Northwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,999 | $1,798 | $3,567 |
| Northwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,736 | $2,158 | $4,600 |
| Northwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,818 | $2,493 | $4,287 |
| Northwest Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,730 | $3,995 | $5,465 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Catalyst priced from $1,798. 1925 10th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,829. Here are the most affordable Northwest Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catalyst | 1BR IBA | 1BR,1BA | $1,798 |
| 1925 10th St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,829 |
| View Point | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable (All Floor Plans) | 1BR,1BA | $1,843 |
| 054 - Addison & 9th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $2,898 |
| 929 Delaware Street, 1735 8th Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Berkeley, CA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest Berkeley area is the $3.80 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B Model at 1122U in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $4,092. The second greatest value Northwest Berkeley apartment is the 741 Addison St Model at 741 Addison St, Unit Ground floor apartment starting at $3,125 with a $3.17 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1122U | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B | 3BR,2BA | $3.80 |
| 741 Addison St, Unit Ground floor apartment | 741 Addison St | 3BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| 1301 Hearst Avenue | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| 1422 6th St | 1422 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| View Point | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable (All Floor Plans) | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| 054 - Addison & 9th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| 1329 Rose St, Unit B | 1329 Rose St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Catalyst | 1BR IBA | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Berkeley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest Berkeley?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest Berkeley is Catalyst which is listed at $1,798, while the average apartment in Northwest Berkeley costs $3,457.
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 9 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 $653 which is $2,804 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest Berkeley.
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