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1122U
1122 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Village Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,618 (115 Rentals)
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1339 Rose St
1339 Rose StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1640 7th St
1640 7th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1737 San Pablo Ave
1737 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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1329 Rose St
1329 Rose StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1613 6th St
1613 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1132 Francisco St
1132 Francisco StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1035 Addison St
1035 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94710
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Just Listed | 2 Fourplexes on 2 Lots
1283 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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906 Ordway St
906 Ordway StBerkeley, CA 94706
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1504-1514 10th St
1504-1514 10th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1914 10th St
1914 10th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1525 Solano Ave
1525 Solano AveBerkeley, CA 94707
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906 Hearst Ave
906 Hearst AveBerkeley, CA 94710
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2111 Byron St
2111 Byron StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1610 Kains Ave
1610 Kains AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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1349 Rose St
1349 Rose StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1319 Rose St
1319 Rose StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1109 Hearst Ave
1109 Hearst AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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1408 9th St
1408 9th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1804 10th St
1804 10th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1729 6th St
1729 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1215-1219 Virginia St
1215-1219 Virginia StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1310 Addison St
1310 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1900 9th St
1900 9th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1930 Curtis St
1930 Curtis StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1412-1416 9th St
1412-1416 9th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1444-1446 Kains Ave
1444-1446 Kains AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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1805-1807 6th St
1805-1807 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1309 Hopkins St
1309 Hopkins StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1265-1267 Berkeley Way
1265-1267 Berkeley WayBerkeley, CA 94702
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1970 Curtis St
1970 Curtis StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1138 Addison St
1138 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1221 Gilman St
1221 Gilman StBerkeley, CA 94706
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1823 6th St
1823 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1427 9th St
1427 9th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1944 Curtis St
1944 Curtis StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1257 Francisco St
1257 Francisco StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1817 7th St
1817 7th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1925 10th St
1925 10th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1301 Hearst Avenue
1301 Hearst AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Curtis Street 1311-1315
1311-1313 Curtis StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1636-1638 1/2 8th St
1636-1638 1/2 8th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1339 Francisco St
1339 Francisco StBerkeley, CA 94702
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911 Pierce St
911 Pierce StBerkeley, CA 94706
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Tannery Lofts
730-740 Gilman StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1407 8th St
1407 8th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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906 Delaware St
906 Delaware StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1726 10th St
1726 10th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1732 San Pablo Ave
1732 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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University Village, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Village?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Village Studio Apartments | $3,006 | $2,258 | $3,755 |
| University Village 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $1,798 | $3,026 |
| University Village 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $2,158 | $4,142 |
| University Village 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,021 | $2,493 | $4,392 |
| University Village 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,730 | $3,995 | $5,465 |
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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 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 University Village 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 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| 986 Kains Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| 1301 Hearst Avenue | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $3,550 |
| Jones Berkeley | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3,876 |
| Curtis Street 1311-1315 | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $3,995 |
| 1122U | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B | 3BR,2BA | $4,197 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Village, CA
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Village area is the $3.90 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B Model at 1122U in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $4,197. The second greatest value University Village apartment is the 3BR/1.0BA Model at 1301 Hearst Avenue starting at $3,550 with a $3.94 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1122U | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B | 3BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| 1301 Hearst Avenue | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $3.94 |
| 1422 6th St | 1422 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| 986 Kains Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Jones Berkeley | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $5.76 |
| 1329 Rose St, Unit B | 1329 Rose St | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| Catalyst | 1BR IBA | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Village Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Village?
The cheapest apartment in University Village is Catalyst which is listed at $1,798, while the average apartment in University Village costs $3,459.
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 $400 which is $3,059 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Village.
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