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- 1570 Thousand Oaks Boulevard, Berkeley, CA 94707(415) 839-8805$4,950
1570 Thousand Oaks Boulevard
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- 1810 Berkeley Way, Berkeley, CA 94703$2,300
1810 Berkeley Way
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- 2416 Russell Street, Berkeley, CA 94705$2,800
2416 Russell Street
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- 45 Edgecroft Road, Berkeley, CA 94707$2,400
45 Edgecroft Road
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- 1146 Cragmont Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708$2,200
1146 Cragmont Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- 2909 King Street, Berkeley, CA 94703$4,598
2909 King Street
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- 1342 Ordway Street, Berkeley, CA 94702$3,890
1342 Ordway Street
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- 1322 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94702$3,885
1322 Dwight Way
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- 1538 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA 94703$1,750
1538 Prince Street
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- 941 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94710$3,995
941 University Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- 2717 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704$3,050
2717 Channing Way
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- 2488 Hilgard Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94709$3,800
2488 Hilgard Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
Average rent in Berkeley, California
- Studio
- $2,667+Trending down
- 1 Bed
- $2,518+Trending down
- 2 Beds
- $3,838+Trending down
- 3+ Beds
- $5,583+Trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees
Top neighborhoods in Berkeley
South Berkeley
What it’s like to live in South Berkeley
Academic activism thrives near UC Berkeley's People's Park. Renters score Craftsman bungalows but note 2AM noise from Telegraph Avenue's punk venues. The Thursday Farmers' Market at Derby Street temporarily overwhelms street parking.
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West Berkeley
What it’s like to live in West Berkeley
Industrial heritage meets creative renaissance in West Berkeley, where former factories now house distinctive apartments alongside innovative businesses. The neighborhood sits walking distance to both San Francisco Bay trails and practical shopping including Berkeley Bowl's renowned grocery, creating ideal balance between natural and urban amenities. Though some industrial operations remain active creating occasional noise considerations, significantly more reasonable rental rates than central Berkeley or San Francisco, exceptional public transportation including multiple bus and rail options, and genuine walkability typically outweigh these factors for households seeking authentic urban experiences beyond purely residential environments.
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Commuters
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Downtown Berkeley
What it’s like to live in Downtown Berkeley
Academic energy thrives near UC Berkeley's campus, offering renters walkable access to the Berkeley Art Museum and Gourmet Ghetto eateries. Converted Victorian homes lack soundproofing against 2AM noise from Telegraph Avenue bars. Limited parking during Berkeley Repertory Theatre events.
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Find an apartment for rent in Berkeley, CA
Searching for an apartment for rent in Berkeley, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 86 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Berkeley. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!
The average rent in Berkeley is $2,667 for a studio, $2,518 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $3,838 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Berkeley, the average rent is $2,667+ for a studio, $2,518+ for a 1-bedroom, $3,838+ for a 2-bedroom, and $5,583+ for a 3-bedroom.*
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
You can filter cheap apartments in Berkeley by price: under $2,000, or search by apartments that are offering move-in specials.
You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Berkeley apartments that allow pets.
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You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Berkeley. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include California Institute of Integral Studies, University of California-Hastings College of Law, City College of San Francisco, San Francisco State University, Mills College, and Golden Gate University-San Francisco.