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1180 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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University Village, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Village?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Village Studio Apartments | $2,889 | $2,476 | $5,070 |
| University Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,161 | $1,673 | $4,000 |
| University Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,896 | $1,665 | $6,589 |
| University Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,268 | $1,475 | $6,785 |
| University Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,846 | $1,400 | $3,700 |
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Cheapest Available University Village Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Village area of San Francisco, CA is a 5 Beds unit found at Bosco priced from $1,408. 1176 University has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable University Village apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosco | Unit 401 | 5BR,3BA | $1,408 |
| 1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| URSA Berkeley | BETA 4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| 1122U | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,631 |
| B28 | SA | Studio,1BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Village, CA
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Village area is the $2.90 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft Model at Bosco in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,717. The second greatest value University Village apartment is the 2A.2 Model at Metro 510 starting at $3,428 with a $3.22 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Village apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosco | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Metro 510 | 2A.2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| The Artisan | 11 | 2BR,1BA | $5.51 |
| Jones Berkeley | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| 1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A2- 1C | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| Acton Courtyard | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.41 |
| Hillside Village | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.58 |
| 1122U | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.19 |
| URSA Berkeley | BETA 4 | 1BR,1BA | $6.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Village Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Village?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Village is under $3,428.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Village?
The cheapest apartment in University Village is URSA Berkeley which is listed at $2,595, while the average apartment in University Village costs $4,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Village?
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 24 regular apartments in University Village 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 University Village?
Cheap apartments in University Village have an average cost of $1,135 which is $3,760 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Village.
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