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375 12th St

OaklandCA94607

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2210 MLK
5 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

2210 MLK

2210 Martin Luther King Jr WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Claridge Hotel LLC.
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Claridge Hotel LLC.

634 15th StOakland, CA 94612
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Common MacArthur
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Common MacArthur

873 32nd StOakland, CA 94608
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Oregon Park Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Oregon Park Apartments

1425 Oregon StBerkeley, CA 94702
Senior Living
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Fourth and U
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fourth and U

2020 4th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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715 Peralta St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

715 Peralta St

715 Peralta StOakland, CA 94607

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Emeryville, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Emeryville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Emeryville, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Lair in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $775. Claridge Hotel LLC. in the West Oakland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $815. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Emeryville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Lair3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$775
Claridge Hotel LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$815
HeliosShared Double1BR,1BA$950
Student | Identity Logan ParkSelect 143BR,3BA$999
The Harmony CollectiveSuite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom1BR,$1,150
3301 Telegraph Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,300
530 24th Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,350
ArtHaus BrushCStudio,1BA$1,376
Raymond Investments LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,395
The Alician Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emeryville, CA

As of September 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emeryville area is the $1.95 price per square foot 551 59th St Model at 551 59th St, Unit #B in the in the Shafter neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Emeryville apartment is the 2335 Market St Model at 2335 Market St, Unit B starting at $3,995 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the West Oakland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emeryville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
551 59th St, Unit #B551 59th St4BR,2.5BA$1.95
2335 Market St, Unit B2335 Market St3BR,3BA$2.22
350 Vernon2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$1.63
2909 Myrtle St, Unit 2907.52909 Myrtle St2BR,1BA$2.00
5th Street LoftsLoft CStudio ,1BA$2.03
The Blue Cap Lofts1bed 2bath1BR,2BA$2.08
The Lair2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$0.74
Alice Court1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.33
FOUND Study Downtown BerkeleyB2 (2 bed/1 bath)2BR,1BA$1.36
FOUND Study Southside Berkeley2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.28

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Emeryville Overview

Emeryville is a suburb of San Fransisco and is a great place to rent an apartment. It has plenty of activities in the area for you to enjoy and is considered to be a growing area just outside of San Fransisco.

Why live in Emeryville, CA?

One of the best aspects of Emeryville is the fact that you will have close access to the bay. Having an apartment in the area also means that you will access to some great nightlife and a high density of restaurants in the area. There are plenty of parks that you can visit in the area that are perfect for the entire family to enjoy. You will also find that the area's economy is booming and that there are more job opportunities popping up over time. 

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Getting Around Emeryville, CA

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Emeryville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Emeryville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Emeryville is at Claridge Hotel LLC. listed at $815.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Emeryville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Emeryville Apartment is $950 at Helios.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Emeryville Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Emeryville is starting from $775 at The Lair.

What is the most affordable Emeryville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Emeryville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Lair and starts from $775.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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