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West Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in West Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Berkeley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,547 | $3,295 | $3,900 |
| West Berkeley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,516 | $3,550 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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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 $1,100. Fourth and U has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,211. Here are the most affordable West Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $2,211 |
| Hopkins Park Apartments | Upstairs 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Berkeley, CA
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Berkeley area is the $3.76 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at 2235 Bonar St in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value West Berkeley apartment is the 1511 Derby St Model at 1511 Derby St, Unit 1511 Derby Street starting at $3,200 with a $3.20 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2235 Bonar St | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| 1511 Derby St, Unit 1511 Derby Street | 1511 Derby St | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| 1219 Parker St, Unit A | 1219 Parker St | 2BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| Berkeley Park Apartments | B2-BW | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio ,1BA | $4.65 |
| Bayview Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.96 |
| Acton Courtyard | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.41 |
| Hopkins Park Apartments | Downstairs 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.32 |
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There are currently 517 Apartments for Rent in West Berkeley, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $6,999. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Berkeley ranging from $1,650 to $6,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Berkeley ranges from $1,650 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,075.
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