Average Rent in Berkeley, CA
9 apartment buildings, 118 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$4,040/mo
market average
Cheapest
$1,650/mo
AndreaRentals
Properties
9
tracked daily
Units
118
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 9 properties in Berkeley, CA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Berkeley, CA Rent Prices
All 9 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
AndreaRentals
510 49th St #215, Oakland, CA 94609, USA
Hanover Broadway
325 27th St, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
Baxter on Broadway
4901 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94609, USA
Blake at Berkeley
2033 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA
47Hundred
4700 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609, USA
Bay House Emeryville
5684 Bay St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
Aquatic Fourth Street
2010 Fifth St, Berkeley, CA 94710, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AndreaRentals 510 49th St #215, Oakland, CA 94609, USA | $1,650 | $4,353 | -- | 4.5 (16) | 55 |
| 2 | Hanover Broadway 325 27th St, Oakland, CA 94612, USA | $2,497 | $3,372 | $5.88 | 4.9 (679) | 11 |
| 3 | Baxter on Broadway 4901 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94609, USA | $2,527 | $2,558 | $5.33 | 3.8 (54) | 2 |
| 4 | Blake at Berkeley 2033 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA | $2,615 | $3,206 | $5.25 | 4.5 (44) | 3 |
| 5 | 47Hundred 4700 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609, USA | $2,708 | $2,708 | -- | 4.3 (32) | 1 |
| 6 | Bay House Emeryville 5684 Bay St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA | $3,189 | $3,723 | $3.91 | 4.4 (171) | 15 |
| 7 | Aquatic Fourth Street 2010 Fifth St, Berkeley, CA 94710, USA | $3,193 | $3,703 | $4.54 | 4.5 (157) | 9 |
Explore Each Property
AndreaRentals
4.5 (16)510 49th St #215, Oakland, CA 94609, USA
Hanover Broadway
4.9 (679)325 27th St, Oakland, CA 94612, USA
Baxter on Broadway
3.8 (54)4901 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94609, USA
Blake at Berkeley
4.5 (44)2033 Blake St, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA
47Hundred
4.3 (32)4700 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609, USA
Bay House Emeryville
4.4 (171)5684 Bay St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
Berkeley, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Berkeley, CA is $4,040 per month, based on 118 units across 9 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,650 at AndreaRentals to $3,746 at Jones Berkeley Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $3,208/mo | $2,497/mo | 14 |
| 1 Bed | $4,061/mo | $1,695/mo | 37 |
| 2 Bed | $4,150/mo | $1,790/mo | 38 |
| 3 Bed | $4,246/mo | $1,650/mo | 22 |
| 4 Bed | $4,354/mo | $2,900/mo | 7 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
Building Economics
How much do Berkeley, CA apartments earn?
The 7 buildings we can estimate generate about $2.4M in rental revenue per month ($29M a year). Estimated from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity.
| Building | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Aquatic Fourth Street | $701K/mo | 96% | 198 |
| 2.Avalon Public Market | $493K/mo | 90% | 132 |
| 3.Baxter on Broadway | $316K/mo | 99% | 130 |
| 4.Bay House Emeryville | $279K/mo | 83% | 90 |
| 5.Jones Berkeley Apartments | $273K/mo | 89% | 84 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials. Click any building for the full revenue breakdown and methodology.
Market Context
Who rents in Berkeley, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Berkeley, CA averages $4,061/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $4,150/mo. At the local median household income of $108,558, that works out to 45% of gross income, a severely rent-burdened market by HUD standards.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Berkeley, CA at $2,127/mo. The current tracked market average runs 90% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Berkeley, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Berkeley, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$162,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $4,040/mo.
Comfortable income
$194,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,650/mo), you need to earn at least $66,000/year.
Median household income in Berkeley, CA is $108,558 , about 44% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Berkeley, CA
Overall prices in Berkeley, CA runs above the national average by about 18% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 117.6, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Berkeley, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $4,040 |
| Utilities | $861 |
| Groceries | $622 |
| Transportation | $2,051 |
| Healthcare | $1,001 |
| Other goods and services | $1,601 |
| Estimated total | $10,176/mo |
Population
120,223
Median household income
$108,558
Census median rent
$2,127/mo
Rent as % of income
32.9%
Median age
32.9
Mean commute
30 min
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
Compare
Nearby cities in California
How Berkeley, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Berkeley, CA | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $2,973 | -26% | 42 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,793 | -31% | 31 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,164 | -22% | 26 |
| Sacramento, CA | $2,358 | -42% | 24 |
| Riverside, CA | $2,529 | -37% | 24 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,342 | -42% | 21 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Berkeley, CA?
The average rent in Berkeley, CA is $4,040 per month, based on 118 units across 9 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Berkeley, CA?
The lowest available rent in Berkeley, CA starts at $1,650 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Berkeley, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Berkeley, CA average $4,061/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,695/mo across 37 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Berkeley, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Berkeley, CA average $4,150/mo. Units start from $1,790/mo across 38 units currently listed.
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