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Renting in Berkeley: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

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Published on February 05, 2020
Renting in Berkeley: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?2437 Warring St. | Photo: Zumper

If you're on the hunt for a rental, you know how hard it can be to find a good option for a reasonable price. So what does the low-end pricing on a rental in Berkeley look like these days — and what might you get for the price?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments in Berkeley via rental sites Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

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

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2437 Warring St.

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Listed at $1,695/month, this 650-square-foot studio apartment, located at 2437 Warring St., is 8.6% less than the median rent for a studio in Berkeley, which is currently estimated at around $1,854/month.

Expect to find hardwood flooring in the apartment. Neither cats nor dogs are allowed. The listing specifies a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is very walkable, is fairly bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

1739 Lincoln St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, situated at 1739 Lincoln St., is listed for $1,795/month for its 750 square feet.

The apartment comes with carpeted floors. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Be prepared for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is very walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

2115 Haste St.

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Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 2115 Haste St. in downtown, which is also going for $1,795/month.

In the unit, the listing promises carpeted floors. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and has good transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

1816 Carleton St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Then there's this studio apartment at 1816 Carleton St., listed at $1,800/month.

Amenities include an eat-in kitchen. Attention, cat owners: Your kitty is welcome here.

Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, is great for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)


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