Bay Area/ San Francisco/ Real Estate & Development
Published on September 16, 2019
Apartments for rent in Berkeley: What will $2,500 get you?2511-2515 Parker St. | Photo: Zumper

Curious just how far your dollar goes in Berkeley?

We've rounded up the latest places for rent via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to get a sense of what to expect when it comes to locating affordable apartments in Berkeley if you're on a budget of up to $2,500/month.

Take a look at the listings, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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2007 Haste St. (Downtown Berkeley)

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $2,495/month, this two-bedroom, one-bathroom spot is located at 2007 Haste St.

The residence has hardwood flooring. The building offers secured entry, on-site laundry and garage parking. Pets are not welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is a "walker's paradise," is easy to get around on a bicycle and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1221 Oregon St.

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Photo: Zumper

Next, there's this two-bedroom, one-bathroom abode over at 1221 Oregon St. It's also listed for $2,495/month for its 900 square feet.

Assigned parking is listed as a building amenity. In the unit, you can expect to see a dishwasher. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is very walkable, is convenient for biking and has good transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1438 Alcatraz Ave.

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Here's a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 1438 Alcatraz Ave. that's going for $2,495/month.

In the unit, you'll find a balcony and a ceiling fan. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate assigned parking. This rental is cat-friendly. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is very walkable, is great for biking and has good transit options.

(Take a look at the full listing here.)

2511-2515 Parker St.

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Photo: Zumper

Next, check out this 350-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit that's located at 2511-2515 Parker St. It's listed for $2,495/month.

Expect to find hardwood flooring in the residence. This rental is cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is great for biking and has good transit options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

1849 Cedar St.

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Located at 1849 Cedar St., here's a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment that's listed for $2,495/month.

In the apartment, you'll see hardwood flooring. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

Walk Score indicates that this location is very walkable, is easy to get around on a bicycle and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a gander at the complete listing here.)

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