Cheap Apartments for Rent in Berkeley, CA
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- FURNISHED$600 - $1,450/mo1-3 Beds1 BathPiedmont Commons Student Housing | 2401 Piedmont Ave,
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- $950 - $4,695/moStudio-3 Beds0-2 BathsRumi at King | 2099 Martin Luther King Jr Way,
Berkeley, CA 94704 - Total price$995 - $2,095/moStudio-3 Beds1-5 BathsKluegel House | 2669 Le Conte Ave,
Berkeley, CA 94709 - $1,200 - $1,525/mo4 Beds1 BathThe Metropolitan - Private Bedrooms | 2301 Durant Ave,
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Average Rent Trends in Berkeley, CA
Rent in Berkeley, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Sep 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Apr 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $2,650 |
| Nov 2025 | $2,650 |
| Dec 2025 | $2,700 |
| Jan 2026 | $2,883 |
| Feb 2026 | $2,850 |
| Mar 2026 | $2,950 |
| Apr 2026 | $2,895 |
| May 2026 | $2,986 |
| Jun 2026 | $2,724 |
| Jul 2026 | $2,700 |
| Aug 2026 | $2,795 |
| Sep 2026 | $2,795 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In October 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,295 | $3,100 | $3,975 | $4,500 | $2,895 |
| Townhomes | $4,500 | $3,349 | $5,300 | $6,995 | $3,400 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,250 | $3,175 | $3,995 | $4,495 | $2,950 |
| Houses | $1,500 | $4,850 | $5,063 | $6,085 | $5,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Berkeley, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Berkeley, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Berkeley, CA is $2,758 per month. This is about 42% higher than the national average.
- What are the cheapest months to find an apartment to rent in Berkeley, CA?Last year, the cheapest month to find an apartment to rent was Sep 2025 when it was $2,600 per month.
- How many cheap apartments are available in Berkeley, CA?There are 255 apartments to rent that are cheaper than the city’s average rent of $2,895.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Berkeley, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Berkeley, CA was highest in Apr 2025 when it was $2,878 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Berkeley, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Berkeley, CA is $2,295 per month. That is about $195 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- What colleges and universities are in Berkeley, CA?Colleges and universities in Berkeley, CA include: University of California Berkeley.
- What are some neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA?Some neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA include: Telegraph, Ashby, Southwest Berkeley, Berkeley Hills, North Berkeley.
- What are some zip codes in Berkeley, CA?
- What are some cities near Berkeley, CA?Some nearby cities include: Emeryville, Albany, Kensington, El Cerrito, Piedmont. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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