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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $900 (11 Rentals)
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651 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1614-1630 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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West Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,219 | $1,475 | $3,300 |
| West Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,427 | $950 | $3,674 |
| West Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,501 | $1,588 | $5,282 |
| West Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $3,950 | $3,950 |
| West Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available West Berkeley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Helios priced from $950. Viewpoint has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,314. Here are the most affordable West Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Viewpoint | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,314 |
| 1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Poets Place Apartment | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| 1433 Dwight Way | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Berkeley, CA
As of October 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Berkeley area is the $2.77 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at 1128 - 1130 Bancroft in the in the West Berkeley neighborhood starting from $2,765. The second greatest value West Berkeley apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 2235 Bonar St starting at $3,150 with a $3.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1128 - 1130 Bancroft | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 2235 Bonar St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Viewpoint | 2 Bed 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| 1433 Dwight Way | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 919 Dwight Way, Unit 919 Dwight Way | 919 Dwight Way | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 2207 5th St, Unit 2207 5th Street | 2207 5th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| 1731 10th St, Unit c | 1731 10th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Berkeley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Berkeley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Berkeley is under $2,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Berkeley?
The cheapest apartment in West Berkeley is Helios which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in West Berkeley costs $4,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West 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 17 regular apartments in West Berkeley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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