How much is the average rent in Berkeley, CA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Berkeley's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,200 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $3,000 monthly. These figures reflect the city's position in California's competitive Bay Area rental market.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Berkeley, CA?

July offers the best opportunity for lower rental prices in Berkeley, with rents typically around 10% below February peak levels. Despite higher competition from other renters during summer months, the seasonal price difference makes July an attractive time to secure a lease.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Berkeley, CA?

Downtown Berkeley, Poet's Corner, Berkeley Flats, and Westbrae offer the strongest community connections through high walk scores and excellent transit access. For environmentally conscious renters, Berkeley Flats, Lorrin District, Southside, and Downtown Berkeley feature sustainable amenities like rainwater harvesting and community solar projects.

What areas of Berkeley, CA are best for budget-conscious renters?

Lorrin District provides the most affordable option with one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,810 per month, 18% below the city median. Poet's Corner offers another budget-friendly choice at around $2,100 monthly, 5% below the median, while Berkeley Flats provides moderate savings at around $2,160 per month.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Berkeley, CA?

Berkeley offers good options for pet owners, with 33% of rental listings welcoming pets. With an average of 679 listings available monthly, this translates to approximately 224 pet-friendly apartments to choose from across the city's diverse neighborhoods.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Berkeley, CA?

Utilities are rarely included in Berkeley rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of all listings across apartment sizes. This pattern remains consistent whether you're looking at studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or three-bedroom apartments throughout the city.

Apartments for Rent with Move In Special in Berkeley, CA

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Parc on Powell

1333 Powell St, Emeryville, CA 94608

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,500–$5,361

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Top amenities

Elevator

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Package Service

Swimming Pool

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1h ago

Excellent

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1900 Broadway

1950 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio–4 beds

1–2 baths

$1,745–$8,038

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

Fitness Center

Furnished

Garage Parking

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Rent special

3h ago

8.3

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ArtHaus Chestnut

2432 Chestnut St, Oakland, CA 94607

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio

1 bath

$1,348–$1,444

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Wheelchair Accessible

Highly rated

Rent special

3h ago

7.6

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ArtHaus Magnolia

2242 Magnolia St, Oakland, CA 94607

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio

1 bath

$1,488–$1,498

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Controlled Access

Dishwasher

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

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4h ago

9.6

Excellent

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2333 Channing Way

2333 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | On-site laundry | Balcony

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$1,895–$3,095

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Carpet

Controlled Access

On-Site Laundry

Storage

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4h ago

9.6

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2510 Bancroft Way

2510 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

Studio–2 beds

1 bath

$2,495–$3,875

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$5,295

2252 Parker St

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$1,895–$3,095

2333 Channing Way

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7h ago

8.5

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2709 Dwight Way Bishop

2709 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

Studio

1 bath

$2,195–$2,350

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Top amenities

Air Conditioning

On-Site Laundry

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10h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Alexan Webster

2330 Webster St, Oakland, CA 94612

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Swimming pool

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,525–$8,502

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EV Charging

Fitness Center

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

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10h ago

8.5

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1812 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94703

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

Studio–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,395–$4,599

Price drop

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Available Jun 20

Top amenities

Elevator

Fitness Center

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Roof Deck

Rent special

19h ago

8.4

Very good

2122 Dwight Way

2122 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | On-site laundry

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$1,995–$2,199

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Available Jun 20

Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

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1d ago

9.6

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2410 Dwight Way

2410 Dwight Way, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | On-site laundry | Walk-in closets

1–3 beds

1 bath

$2,995–$5,445

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Dishwasher

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Storage

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Rent special

1d ago

8.8

Very good

ArtHaus Hannah

2850 Hannah St, Oakland, CA 94608

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio–1 bed

1 bath

$2,092–$2,375

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Top amenities

Controlled Access

Elevator

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

Rent special

1d ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

2500 Durant Avenue

2500 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,945–$5,495

Price drop

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Controlled Access

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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1d ago

Excellent

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2252 Parker Street

2252 Parker St, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

1 bath

$5,295

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Elevator

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Storage

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Rent special

1d ago

8.3

Very good

ArtHaus Yerba Buena

1035 Yerba Buena Ave, Oakland, CA 94608

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Furnished

Studio

0–1 bath

$1,598–$2,198

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Package Service

Rent special

1d ago

9.1

Excellent

47Hundred

4700 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

Studio

1 bath

$2,708

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Storage

Rent special

1d ago

8.8

Very good

2231 Ward St

2231 Ward St, Berkeley, CA 94705

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

3 beds

1 bath

$3,330–$3,937

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

Storage

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Rent special

2d ago

9.3

Excellent

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Artistry Emeryville

6401 Shellmound St, Emeryville, CA 94608

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,205–$3,733

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Carpet

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

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Rent special

2d ago

9.6

Excellent

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1771 Highland Place

1771 Highland Pl, Berkeley, CA 94709

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

2–3 beds

2 baths

$3,995–$5,895

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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Rent special

2d ago

8.3

Very good

Common MacArthur

873 32nd St, Oakland, CA 94608

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

3–4 beds

2 baths

$2,798–$3,098

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Controlled Access

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

Rent special

2d ago

8.5

Very good

6616 Telegraph

6616 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609

Rent special | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$2,495–$2,895

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

On-Site Laundry

Income restricted

Rent special

3d ago

Very good

ArtHaus 820

820 W Macarthur Blvd, Oakland, CA 94608

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

Studio

1 bath

$1,350–$1,583

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Business Center

Elevator

Fitness Center

High Ceilings

Package Service

Rent special

3d ago

8.4

Very good

Bakery Lofts

4700 Adeline St, Oakland, CA 94608

Rent special | On-site laundry | Elevator

Studio–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,020–$3,505

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Controlled Access

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Rent special

4d ago

9.6

Excellent

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2627 Hillegass Avenue

2627 Hillegass Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | In-unit laundry | On-site laundry

3 beds

1 bath

$5,295

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

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4d ago

8.5

Very good

2330 Blake St

2330 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94704

Rent special | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$3,412

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Elevator

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

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