Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UC Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $400 (40 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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property at 2710 Le Conte Ave

$2,595

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$2,595
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

2710 Le Conte Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

2710 Le Conte Ave
BerkeleyCA94709

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property at 1738 Spruce St

$2,750 - $2,995

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jun 1

1738 Spruce St

BerkeleyCA94709

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2335 Warring
1 to 8 Bedroom Apartments

2335 Warring

2335 Warring StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2901 Channing
2 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

2901 Channing

2901 Channing WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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12 Panoramic
2 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

12 Panoramic

12 Panoramic WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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1770 La Loma
1 Bedroom Apartments

1770 La Loma

1770 La Loma AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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1725 Oxford St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1725 Oxford St

1725 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
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Durant CAL Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Durant CAL Apartments

2539 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Margaret Hall
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Margaret Hall

1717 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
Student Housing
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2747 Haste Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2747 Haste Street

2747 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Toyon Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Toyon Court

2319 College AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2721 Haste St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2721 Haste St

2721 Haste StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2526-2528 Durant Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2526-2528 Durant Ave

2526-2528 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2126 Bancroft Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

2126 Bancroft Way

2126 Bancroft WayBerkeley, CA 94704

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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UC Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available UC Berkeley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the UC Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Collab@Oxford priced from $748. Casa Zimbabwe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here are the most affordable UC Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Collab@Oxford2X12BR,1BA$748
Casa ZimbabweRidge House Triples1BR,1BA$1,030
2737 Durant Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,125
2731 Durant Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,195
2317 Hearst AveStudioStudio,1BA$2,195
The KittredgeStudioStudio,1BA$2,825
Stadium Heights LLC2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$3,100
1771 Highland Place2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Berkeley, CA

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the UC Berkeley area is the $0.95 price per square foot 0BR/1.0BA Model at 2737 Durant Avenue in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value UC Berkeley apartment is the 2x2 A Model at Hub Bancroft starting at $1,949 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for UC Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2737 Durant Avenue0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$0.95
Hub Bancroft2x2 A2BR,2BA$1.83
2531 Ridge Rd, Unit 22531 Ridge Rd3BR,1BA$4.65
2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 23422342 Hilgard Ave2BR,1BA$2.20
1694 Oxford St1694 Oxford St3BR,1BA$1.36
Collab@Oxford3X23BR,2BA$1.47
1771 Highland Place2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$4.82
Casa ZimbabweCasa Zimbabwe Triples1BR,1BA$2.06
The Berk on Arch1 Person: N1SX1Studio ,1BA$4.54
The Durant (new)Studio S1Studio ,1BA$4.85

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Uc Berkeley, Berkeley, CA

Ranked #12

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UC Berkeley Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in UC Berkeley?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in UC Berkeley is under $3,600.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in UC Berkeley?

The cheapest apartment in UC Berkeley is Casa Zimbabwe which is listed at $1,030, while the average apartment in UC Berkeley costs $10,940.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in UC 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 23 regular apartments in UC 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 UC Berkeley?

Cheap apartments in UC Berkeley have an average cost of $3,779 which is $7,161 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in UC Berkeley.

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