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Renting in Berkeley: What will $2,900 get you?

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Published on July 03, 2019
Renting in Berkeley: What will $2,900 get you?2120 Delaware St. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Berkeley?

We've rounded up the latest rental listings via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to scoring a place in Berkeley if you've got $2,900/month earmarked for your rent.

Read on for the listings. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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2120 Delaware St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $2,795/month, this 480-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom spot is located at 2120 Delaware St.

The unit comes with granite countertops and hardwood flooring. The building has on-site laundry, secured entry and assigned parking. Cats are permitted. Be prepared for a $4,000 security deposit.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is extremely walkable, is great for biking and has excellent transit.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

3138 Ellis St.

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located at 3138 Ellis St. It's also listed for $2,850/month.

Building amenities include secured entry, on-site laundry and on-site management. In the apartment, you'll find hardwood flooring. Cats and dogs are welcome. Look out for a $49 application fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is easy to get around on a bicycle and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1526 Arch St.

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Photo: Zumper

Here's an 875-square-foot two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1526 Arch St. that's going for $2,850/month.

The apartment offers granite countertops, hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. The building boasts on-site laundry. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is quite walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

1901 Dwight Way (Downtown Berkeley)

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Photo: Zumper

Located at 1901 Dwight Way, here's a 612-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit that's listed for $2,895/month.

Look for granite countertops and hardwood flooring in the residence. The building boasts a residents lounge and outdoor space. If you've got a pet, you'll be happy to learn that cats and dogs are allowed. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is very walkable, is great for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

2223 Ward St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, there's this two-bedroom, one-bathroom residence situated at 2223 Ward St. It's listed for $2,900/month for its 800 square feet.

Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is quite walkable, is great for biking and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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