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Library Gardens

Library Gardens

Berkeley, California, 94704

1 Bedroom$2,000 - $2,130

2 Bedrooms$2,150 - $2,900

Bay Street Apartments by Windsor

Bay Street Apartments by Windsor

Emeryville, California, 94608

1 Bedroom$1,860 - $2,435

2 Bedrooms$2,260 - $3,625

Avenue 64

Avenue 64

Emeryville, California, 94608

3 Bedrooms$3,005 - $4,190

Studio/1 Bedroom$1,630 - $2,150

2 Bedrooms$2,250 - $2,845

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Courtyards at 65th Street

Courtyards at 65th Street

Emeryville, California, 94608

1 Bedroom$1,578 - $1,825

2 Bedrooms$1,818 - $2,060

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Berkeley apartments are available in a wide variety of different neighborhoods and surrounding cities. You can easily find pet friendly apartments in Berkeley using our apartment finder or search for apartment amenities like a fitness center, swimming pool or off-street parking. Make sure that you check out our apartment guide to discover all that Berkeley has to offer during your rental apartment search.

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Berkeley Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,00015.0%8.4% +6.6%
    $10,000 to $14,9996.2%5.6% +0.6%
    $15,000 to $19,9995.5%5.6% -0.1%
    $20,000 to $24,9995.5%5.8% -0.3%
    $25,000 to $29,9994.8%5.7% -0.9%
    $30,000 to $34,9994.8%5.7% -0.9%
    $35,000 to $39,9994.6%5.4% -0.8%
    $40,000 to $44,9994.0%5.2% -1.2%
    $45,000 to $49,9993.5%4.6% -1.1%
    $50,000 to $59,9997.2%8.6% -1.4%
    $60,000 to $74,9998.7%10.6% -1.9%
    $75,000 to $99,9999.6%11.5% -1.9%
    $100,000 to $124,9996.5%6.8% -0.3%
    $125,000 to $149,9994.2%3.6% +0.6%
    $150,000 to $199,9994.8%3.3% +1.5%
    $200,000 or more5.3%3.6% +1.7%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%5.5%4.8% +0.7%
    10.0% to 14.9%8.8%9.8% -1.0%
    15.0% to 19.9%11.6%13.6% -2.0%
    20.0% to 24.9%10.6%13.1% -2.5%
    25.0% to 29.9%9.0%11.0% -2.0%
    30.0% to 34.9%6.5%8.2% -1.7%
    35.0% to 39.9%4.3%5.9% -1.6%
    40.0% to 49.9%7.1%8.0% -0.9%
    50.0% or more29.2%20.2% +9.0%
    Not computed7.4%5.4% +2.0%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years25.0%9.6% +15.4%
    25 to 34 years29.7%29.3% +0.4%
    35 to 44 years17.3%25.8% -8.5%
    45 to 54 years13.7%16.5% -2.8%
    55 to 64 years6.3%8.0% -1.7%
    65 to 74 years3.6%5.3% -1.7%
    75 to 84 years3.1%4.0% -0.9%
    85 years and over1.2%1.6% -0.4%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes29.1%30.9% -1.8%
    30 to 44 minutes23.4%24.5% -1.1%
    45 to 59 minutes17.4%13.8% +3.6%
    60 or more minutes30.1%30.8% -0.7%

Source: 2000 Census

Berkeley, one of the most liberal enclaves in the country, is a beautiful university town nestled on the east shore of the San Francisco Bay.  A small-town feel, Mediterranean climate, and gorgeous views of the bay accompany progressive politics and a fascinating history of civil disobedience, making Berkeley a unique place to call home. The city of Berkeley began with the establishment of the first university in the university system of California, UC Berkeley, which today draws visitors from all over the world. 

Berkeley has many distinguished buildings designed by local architects.  Bernard Maybeck was an eminent architect in the 20th century Arts and Crafts movement, the influences of which can be seen in the architecture of apartments and homes all over Berkeley.  He designed a number of houses and landscapes, such as the Boke House, Chick House, the Rose Walk, and his 1910 First Church of Christ, Scientist, designated a National Historic Landmark!  Maybeck also mentored another important Berkeley architect, Julia Morgan, designer of Berkeley’s Julia Morgan Center for the Arts and other prominent buildings in Berkeley and the surrounding areas.

Berkeley has several different neighborhoods and housing options clustered around different sides of the university.  West of the campus is downtown Berkeley, south of the campus is a cluster of student housing and the famous Telegraph Avenue, and north of the campus are some quieter housing options and the Graduate Theological Union.  There are some large apartment buildings available, although most of the neighborhoods in Berkeley are dominated by detached single family homes, often with separate in-law units behind the main house.  What makes Berkeley so special, though, is that its homes and apartments are often made up of structurally unique spaces with gorgeous views of the local neighborhood, nature, or the beautiful San Francisco Bay.  Numerous public stairways and paths also litter the hills of Berkeley.  You can definitely find your own special space in this special town! 

Featured Berkeley Apartments for Rent

  • Archstone Emeryville Emeryville, CA 94608

    In the heart of Emeryville lies an apartment community that brings the best of the city's "New Urbanism" to your doorstep - where shopping, dining, and living come easily without reliance on an automobile. Situated within walking distance to Powell Street Plaza and Bay Street, you'll find an array of fabulous dining and world-class shopping conveniences. From California Pizza Kitchen and Trader Vic's, to Abercrombie & Fitch, Pottery Barn, and William Sonoma - you'll find it all just minutes away. All at a location that's exactly right, exactly where you want to be.

  • University Hotel Berkeley, CA 94704
  • Strawberry Creek Lodge Berkeley, CA 94702
  • Stadium Place Berkeley, CA 94704
  • BG Apartments Berkeley, CA 94704
  • Harriet Tubman Terrace Berkeley, CA 94703

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