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The average rent in Poet's Corner, Berkeley, as of June 2026, is up 15.77% compared to last month and up 15.53% year-over-year.
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3d ago
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2227 Bonar St #D, Berkeley, CA 94702
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Ceiling fan
2 beds
1 bath
$2,695
$2,595
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Available Apr 4
13h ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$5,697
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
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5d+ ago
Poet's Corner apartment for rent in Berkeley
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
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Available Apr 1
25m ago
Poet's Corner apartment for rent in Berkeley
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
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4h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
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In-Unit Laundry
Assigned Parking
On-Site Laundry
Dishwasher
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,495
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2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,600–$2,200
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2d ago
Poet's Corner apartment for rent in Berkeley
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
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4d ago
1128 1128 - 1130 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94702
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,895
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5d+ ago
Poet's Corner apartment for rent in Berkeley
3 beds
2 baths
$4,595
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
7h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,717
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20h ago
Verified
939 Channing Way #D, Berkeley, CA 94710
Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$2,613
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5d+ ago
Verified
1925 10th St #02, Berkeley, CA 94710
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Dishwasher
Studio
1 bath
$1,765
Apartment for rent
Available May 15
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,930
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
2d ago
Verified
1329 Parker Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
Garage parking | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
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Available Jan 24
21h ago
2091 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Storage
Studio
1 bath
$1,895–$2,095
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$950–$1,800
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5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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2d ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$2,150–$3,000
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5d+ ago
3 beds
1 bath
$4,500
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in Berkeley
1904 Sacramento St #6, Berkeley, CA 94702
On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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Available Jul 1
2d ago
Berkeley Flats apartment for rent in Berkeley
2 beds
1 bath
$2,595
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Poet's Corner, a neighborhood in Berkeley, sees one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,300 per month in 2025. This represents a 17.5% increase from the previous year, making one-bedrooms the only unit type to see rent growth in this market.
Two-bedroom apartments in Poet's Corner average around $2,900 per month in 2025. Rents for this unit type remained relatively stable compared to the previous year, while other bedroom types experienced more significant changes.
Three-bedroom apartments in Poet's Corner average around $2,700 per month in 2025. Average rent for three-bedrooms declined 23.2% from the previous year, representing one of the larger decreases in this Berkeley neighborhood.
Poet's Corner averaged around $2,300 per month across all property types in 2025, down 21.5% from 2024. Studios rent for around $1,700 monthly while three-bedrooms reach around $2,700, providing options across different budget ranges.
Apartments in Poet's Corner average around 578 square feet across all unit types. Studios offer around 182 square feet, one-bedrooms provide around 494 square feet, while two and three-bedroom units offer around 785 and 821 square feet respectively.
Poet's Corner sees an even distribution across bedroom types, with studios, one-bedrooms, two-bedrooms, and three-bedrooms each averaging about 4 listings per month. The neighborhood maintains consistent availability across all unit sizes rather than favoring one particular type.
Poet's Corner is a top choice for renters prioritizing social living in Berkeley. According to 2024 data, the neighborhood's high walk score, safety, and street infrastructure make it an ideal spot for those who value community and convenience. Additionally, the transit frequency and age distribution in the neighborhood contribute to its vibrant social atmosphere, allowing residents to easily connect with others and get around the city. Overall, Poet's Corner offers a unique blend of accessibility and community, making it a great fit for renters seeking an engaging social lifestyle.
All bedroom types in Poet's Corner show similar availability patterns, with studios, one-bedrooms, two-bedrooms, and three-bedrooms each averaging about 4 listings monthly. No single unit type stands out as less common than others in this Berkeley neighborhood.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
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