
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the West Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (216 Rentals)


Fourth and U

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Aquatic Fourth Street

The U at California

Helios

Catalyst

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1329 Rose St, Unit B

1342 Hearst Ave, Unit B

1903 Sacramento St

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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2126
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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2124

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2314 Bonar St, Unit SI ID1310762P

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2000 Fifth St, Unit SI FL4-ID1505

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2001 Fifth St, Unit SI FL4-ID1262

1212 Neilson St

1280 University Ave

1988 California St

2233 Ninth St

917-923 Dwight Way

909-915 Dwight Way
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1482-1486 University Ave

054 - Addison & 9th

1716 Rose St

1729-1735 San Pablo Ave

1920 10th St

Just Listed | 2 Fourplexes on 2 Lots

1808 8th St

2334 Curtis St

1501 Stuart St

1595 Allston Way
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2011 8th St

1810 10th St

1535 Julia St

1312 Delaware St

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925 Bancroft Way

1035 Addison St

1813 9th St

1244 Delaware St

1737 San Pablo Ave
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2321-2323 10th St

9th Street Apartments

1904 Sacramento St

2305 Acton St

1108-1110 Francisco St

938 Bancroft Way

1346 Hopkins St

1800 6th St

2334 Browning St

1412-1416 9th St
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West Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,429 | $1,750 | $3,755 |
West Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,842 | $950 | $3,567 |
| West Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,944 | $2,158 | $4,882 |
| West Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,172 | $2,493 | $5,495 |
| West Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,730 | $3,995 | $5,465 |
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Largest Available West Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the West Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is found at Aquatic Fourth Street and is listed at 800 square feet priced from $3,339. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 1D | 800 Sq Ft | $3,339 |
| Jones Berkeley | A1.1 | 757 Sq Ft | $4,090 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 632 Sq Ft | $2,898 |
| 054 - Addison & 9th | 1BR/1.0BA | 600 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
| Catalyst | 1BR IBA | 502 Sq Ft | $1,798 |
Cheapest Available West Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit West Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the Helios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027... Model starting from $950 at Helios. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Berkeley is currently $2,842. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Helios | Helios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027... | $950 |
| Catalyst | 1BR IBA | $1,798 |
| 054 - Addison & 9th | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,495 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | $2,898 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 1D | $3,339 |
| Jones Berkeley | A4 | $3,830 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom West Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in West Berkeley with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in West Berkeley is at Helios listed at $950.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom West Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in West Berkeley is $2,842.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom West Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Berkeley is a 800 square feet unit starting from $3,339 at Aquatic Fourth Street.
What is the average size for West Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in West Berkeley is currently 631 sq ft.
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