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

Renting in Berkeley: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?2709 Dwight Way | Photo: Zumper
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Published on June 10, 2020

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one-bedroom in Berkeley are hovering around $2,000. 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 price-conscious apartment seekers can expect to find.

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

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2021 Channing Way

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Photo: Zumper

This studio apartment, situated at 2021 Channing Way in Downtown Berkeley, is listed for $1,595/month for its 225 square feet.

Expect to find hardwood floors in the unit. Feline companions are permitted. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

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

(See the complete listing here.)

2540 Benvenue Ave.

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Next, here's a studio apartment at 2540 Benvenue Ave., which is going for $1,650/month.

Building amenities include garage parking and on-site laundry. In the unit, you're promised a balcony. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is a "walker's paradise," is convenient for biking and offers many nearby public transportation options.

(See the full listing here.)

2709 Dwight Way

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Finally, there's this 400-square-foot studio at 2709 Dwight Way, listed at $1,795/month.

The residence has high ceilings, hardwood floors and a walk-in closet. When it comes to building amenities, expect on-site laundry, bike parking and assigned parking. Cats are welcome. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is quite walkable, is quite bikeable and has good transit options.

(See the listing here.)


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