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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westbrae Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $700 (10 Rentals)
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1630 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
1988 California St
BerkeleyCA94703
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Westbrae, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Westbrae?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westbrae Studio Apartments | $2,302 | $1,090 | $3,139 |
| Westbrae 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,734 | $950 | $3,995 |
| Westbrae 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,760 | $2,100 | $5,234 |
| Westbrae 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,586 | $1,476 | $7,495 |
| Westbrae 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $1,409 | $2,207 |
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Cheapest Available Westbrae Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westbrae area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Helios priced from $950. Bosco has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,090. Here are the most affordable Westbrae apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Bosco | Studio - 241 sqft | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
| MB Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westbrae, CA
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Westbrae 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 Westbrae apartment is the B5 Model at Jones Berkeley starting at $3,897 with a $3.94 price per square foot in the University Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westbrae 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 |
| Jones Berkeley | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $3.94 |
| 2235 Bonar St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| 1114 Stannage Ave, Unit 1114 | 1114 Stannage Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 1339 Rose St, Unit D | 1339 Rose St | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| MB Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 836 Adams St, Unit B | 836 Adams St | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 1534 University Ave, Unit 1534 | 1534 University Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestbrae, Berkeley, CA
Ranked #17
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Westbrae Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
100 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
61 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westbrae Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Westbrae?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Westbrae is under $2,496.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westbrae?
The cheapest apartment in Westbrae is Helios which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Westbrae costs $3,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westbrae?
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 49 regular apartments in Westbrae that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Westbrae?
Cheap apartments in Westbrae have an average cost of $1,590 which is $2,060 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Westbrae.
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