Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Berkeley, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Berkeley rent stands today
Berkeley, CA rent rose 5.6% year over year, with a current median of $2,640/month. Renters pay $140 more per month than last year, with rent recovering from a trough of $2,495/month in July 2025 but still 2.9% below the peak of $2,879/month in March 2025.
Compared to national trends
Berkeley rents run 39.0% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median. The city offers 234 total rentals, mostly apartments, reflecting a competitive market.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for about $1,928/month, 1-bedrooms around $2,295/month, 2-bedrooms at $3,072/month, 3-bedrooms $3,995/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $5,495/month. The bedroom tiers show a wide range of options for renters in Berkeley, CA.
Neighborhood spotlight
Southampton rents fell 60.1% year over year to $2,595/month across 11 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 5.6% rise. This sharp decline reveals notable local variation within Berkeley, CA.
Median rent
Median rent in Berkeley
$2,640/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Berkeley is $2,640 per month as of October 2026. This is 39% above the national average rent, or $740 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Berkeley
234
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Berkeley rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Berkeley, CA
Average rent prices in Berkeley have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Berkeley, CA
Rent prices in Berkeley vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Berkeley is $2,595, whereas a house costs $5,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Berkeley run $2,295 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,928 | 4% | 2% | |
1 bedroom | $2,295 | No Change | 10% | |
2 bedroom | $3,072 | 2% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $3,995 | No Change | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $5,495 | 2% | 4% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Berkeley Flats | $2,922 | |
Downtown Berkeley | $2,297 | |
Elmwood | $3,100 | |
Gourmet Ghetto | $3,080 | |
Lorrin District | $2,675 | |
Northside | $2,800 | |
Ocean View | $2,968 | |
Poet's Corner | $2,485 | |
Southside | $2,500 | |
Westbrae | $2,645 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,595 | 4% | 4% | |
Condos | $2,695 | No Change | 6% | |
Houses | $5,000 | 22% | 69% |
Studio
Average rent
$1,928
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,295
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
10%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,072
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,995
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,495
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
Southside
Average rent
$2,500
Downtown Berkeley
Average rent
$2,297
Elmwood
Average rent
$3,100
Northside
Average rent
$2,800
Berkeley Flats
Average rent
$2,922
Gourmet Ghetto
Average rent
$3,080
Westbrae
Average rent
$2,645
Lorrin District
Average rent
$2,675
Ocean View
Average rent
$2,968
Poet's Corner
Average rent
$2,485
Apartments
Average rent
$2,595
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$2,695
Last year
6%
Houses
Average rent
$5,000
Last 30 days
22%
Last year
69%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Berkeley, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Berkeley, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Berkeley and Alameda by all bedroom counts and property types.
Berkeley
39%higher than the national median
39%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Berkeley, CA is equal to the median rent in Alameda, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,650
4%$2,395
2%$3,510
24%$2,300
10%$2,450
38%$2,600
14%$4,560
27%$2,495
18%$2,950
2%$3,434
2%$2,050
2%$3,095
5%Discover rentals in Berkeley, CA
1d ago
2398 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
Studio–5 beds
1–2 baths
$795–$1,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
1801 Milvia St, Berkeley, CA 94709
Studio–4 beds
1–2 baths
$795–$5,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
2490 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94704
1 bed
1 bath
$850–$1,495
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Southside apartment for rent in Berkeley
Studio
0 baths
$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 3
7h ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$13,554
Price dropped $1,043Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Elmwood house for rent in Berkeley
5 beds
2 baths
$13,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Jun 1
4d ago
Elmwood house for rent in Berkeley
3136 College Ave #1, Berkeley, CA 94705
4 beds
2 baths
$11,975
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 19
7h ago
Verified
3148 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
2 beds
1 bath
$8,522
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
2180 Ashby Ave #02, Berkeley, CA 94705
2 beds
2 baths
$2,993
Price dropped $142Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 21
5d+ ago
Verified
1207 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
1 bed
1 bath
$2,475
Price droppedFees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3030 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
Studio
1 bath
$2,825
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1534 Arch St #05, Berkeley, CA 94708
4 beds
1 bath
$4,354
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 19
5d+ ago
Verified
1534 Arch St #05, Berkeley, CA 94708
4 beds
1 bath
$4,354
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 19
7h ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$13,554
Price dropped $1,043Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 20
5d+ ago
Verified
1925 10th St #10, Berkeley, CA 94710
Studio
1 bath
$1,829
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 5
16h ago
Verified
2180 Ashby Ave #02, Berkeley, CA 94705
2 beds
2 baths
$2,993
Price dropped $142Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 21
5d+ ago
Verified
2223 Bonar St #B, Berkeley, CA 94702
2 beds
1 bath
$2,695
Price dropped $100Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 6
5d+ ago
Verified
1207 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702
1 bed
1 bath
$2,475
Price droppedFees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
3030 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
Studio
1 bath
$2,825
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Berkeley, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Berkeley rental market.
How much is rent in Berkeley?
The average rent in Berkeley is $2,640 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Berkeley?
Average rent prices in Berkeley have increased by 4% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
How does Berkeley rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Berkeley is 39% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $740 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Berkeley?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Berkeley are Downtown Berkeley ($2,297/mo), Poet's Corner ($2,485/mo), and Southside ($2,500/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Berkeley?
To comfortably afford rent in Berkeley, you'd need to earn approximately $106,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Berkeley?
July offers the lowest rents in Berkeley with approximately 10% savings compared to February's peak prices, though you'll face more competition from other renters during this time.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).