
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Panoramic Hill Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $500 (33 Rentals)
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The Den

2430 Prospect

Pique Berkeley
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1569 Arch St

The Laureate

2414 Telegraph

2813 Shattuck Ave
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Panoramic Hill, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Panoramic Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panoramic Hill Studio Apartments | $2,520 | $1,070 | $4,449 |
| Panoramic Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $600 | $6,510 |
| Panoramic Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| Panoramic Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,353 | $775 | $10,000+ |
| Panoramic Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,555 | $972 | $10,000+ |
| Panoramic Hill 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,427 | $1,140 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Panoramic Hill Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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Cheapest Available Panoramic Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Panoramic Hill area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB! priced from $600. The Lair has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Panoramic Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Lair | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $775 |
| 2715 Dwight | 6 Bedroom | 4 Bath | 6BR,4BA | $963 |
| 2430 Prospect | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath B | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Casa Zimbabwe | Ridge House Triples | 1BR,1BA | $1,030 |
| Spectra Southside (Student) | Single | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| 2225 Hearst | First Floor | 5BR,2BA | $1,140 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,236 |
| 2414 Telegraph | 4 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 4BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Panoramic Hill, CA
As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Panoramic Hill area is the $2.11 price per square foot 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 Half Baths Model at 680 Hiller Dr in the in the Montclair Business neighborhood starting from $7,900. The second greatest value Panoramic Hill apartment is the 551 59th St Model at 551 59th St, Unit #B starting at $3,400 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Shafter neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Panoramic Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 680 Hiller Dr | 5 Bedrooms, 3 Full & 2 Half Baths | 5BR,3.5BA | $2.11 |
| 551 59th St, Unit #B | 551 59th St | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.84 |
| 2129 Haste Street | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 2342 | 2342 Hilgard Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| 236 Lomas Cantadas, Unit In-Law | 236 Lomas Cantadas | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 2414 Telegraph | 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| ArtHaus Dwight | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $2.85 |
| 2430 Prospect | 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Casa Zimbabwe | Casa Zimbabwe Triples | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePanoramic Hill, Berkeley, CA
Ranked #9
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Panoramic Hill Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Panoramic Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Panoramic Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Panoramic Hill is under $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Panoramic Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Panoramic Hill is SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB! which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Panoramic Hill costs $16,873.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Panoramic Hill?
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 119 regular apartments in Panoramic Hill 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 Panoramic Hill?
Cheap apartments in Panoramic Hill have an average cost of $2,783 which is $14,090 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Panoramic Hill.
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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
























