
According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in Berkeley are hovering around $2,099. But how does the low-end pricing on a Berkeley rental look these days — and what might you get for the price?
We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded 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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2750 Dwight Way
Listed at $1,495/month, this 245-square-foot studio, located at 2750 Dwight Way, is 19.3% less than the median rent for a studio in Berkeley, which is currently estimated at around $1,853/month.
Building amenities include assigned parking and on-site laundry. Animals are not welcome. Expect a $35 application fee.
According to Walk Score, the surrounding area is very walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has good transit options.
(See the complete listing here.)
1816 Carleton St.
This studio apartment, situated at 1816 Carleton St., is listed for $1,500/month.
When it comes to amenities, the unit has an eat-in kitchen. Feline companions are permitted.
According to Walk Score's assessment, this location is very walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(See the complete listing here.)
1988 California St.
Here's a studio at 1988 California St., which, at 750 square feet, is going for $1,695/month.
The building offers on-site management. The listing also promises hardwood flooring in the apartment. Neither cats nor dogs are permitted. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is a "walker's paradise," is easy to get around on a bicycle and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(See the full listing here.)
2437 Warring St.
Then there's this 650-square-foot studio at 2437 Warring St., also listed at $1,695/month.
You can expect hardwood flooring in the apartment. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Look out for a broker's fee equal to one month's rent.
Per Walk Score ratings, the area around this address is friendly for those on foot, has some bike infrastructure and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(See the listing here.)
1936 Stuart St.
Last but not least, there's this one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment, located at 1936 Stuart St. and listed for $1,900/month.
The apartment has hardwood flooring. Pets are not allowed. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.
Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is great for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.
(Here's the listing.)
This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Additionally, if you’re an agent or a broker, read on for real estate marketing ideas to promote your local listing.
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