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Apartments for rent in Berkeley: What will $3,500 get you?

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Published on April 23, 2020
Apartments for rent in Berkeley: What will $3,500 get you? 2023 Channing Way. | 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 finding affordable apartments in Berkeley if you've got up to $3,500/month earmarked for your rent.

Take a peek at what rentals the city has to offer, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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1500 San Pablo Ave.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Listed at $3,425/month, this 694-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 1500 San Pablo Ave.

In the unit, you can expect a dishwasher, a balcony and air conditioning. The building offers garage parking. Good news for pet lovers: The rental is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The listing specifies a $500 pet deposit.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is quite walkable, is a "biker's paradise" and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

2023 Channing Way (Downtown Berkeley)

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Next, there's this three-bedroom, one-bathroom unit located at 2023 Channing Way. It's listed for $3,445/month for its 630 square feet.

Amenities offered in the building include on-site laundry. In the residence, the listing promises stainless steel appliances. Pet owners, take heed: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

According to Walk Score, this location has excellent walkability, is a "biker's paradise" and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

651 Addison St.

Photo: Apartment Guide
Photo: Apartment Guide

Then there's a 1,156-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment at 651 Addison St. that's going for $3,490/month.

You can expect to find stainless steel appliances and a balcony in the unit. The building features a gym and outdoor space. Good news for pet lovers: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. Be prepared for a $500 pet deposit.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is easy to get around on a bicycle and has good transit options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

1815 Spruce St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Listed at $3,500/month, this 800-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located at 1815 Spruce St.

Building amenities include assigned parking and on-site laundry. In the unit, you can anticipate large windows. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address has excellent walkability, is very bikeable and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Take a look at the complete listing here.)

3040 Stanton St.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

Finally, there's this three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence over at 3040 Stanton St. It's also listed for $3,500/month for its 1,200 square feet.

Look for carpeted flooring, central heating and a dishwasher in the residence. When it comes to building amenities, anticipate secured entry. Pet lovers are in luck: This property is both dog-friendly and cat-friendly. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that this location is friendly for those on foot, is easy to get around on a bicycle and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(Check out the complete listing here.)

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