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1425 Oregon StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1176 University
1176 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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1613 6th St
1613 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1951 Chestnut St
1951 Chestnut StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1626-1654 Dwight Way
1626-1654 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94703
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1301 Gilman St
1301 Gilman StAlbany, CA 94706
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1213 San Pablo Ave
1213 San Pablo AveAlbany, CA 94706
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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 | $2,278 | $1,600 | $3,300 |
| West Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $950 | $3,634 |
| West Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,682 | $2,200 | $4,448 |
| West Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,975 | $3,975 | $3,975 |
| West Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,300 | $3,300 | $3,300 |
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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. Acton Courtyard has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,056. 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 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,056 |
| The Parc at 1300 | The Garden | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Poets Place Apartment | Apartments | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| 1122U | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Berkeley, CA
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Berkeley area is the $2.81 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Viewpoint in the in the West Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value West Berkeley apartment is the 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at 2235 Bonar St starting at $3,975 with a $3.79 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viewpoint | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| 2235 Bonar St | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| 1128 - 1130 Bancroft | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| 2217 9th St, Unit 1 | 2217 9th St | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.97 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.31 |
| 1716 Rose St, Unit 2 | 1716 Rose St | 1BR,1BA | $4.54 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| The Parc at 1300 | The Garden | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| 1122U | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Berkeley is at Poets Place Apartment listed at $2,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Berkeley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Berkeley Apartment is $950 at Helios.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Berkeley is starting from $2,056 at Acton Courtyard.
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