Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley Under $3,500
As of July 19, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 28 apartments for rent in Downtown Berkeley under $3,500/month, starting at $1,695/month. Listings are aggregated from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources and refreshed continuously.
Downtown Berkeley has the main BART station and UC Berkeley one block east — Shattuck Ave restaurants, the Berkeley Rep, and the UC Theatre. The densest transit option in the East Bay outside Oakland. Rents are moderate with heavy student turnover.
28 listings available — updated July 19, 2026, refreshed continuously
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Frequently asked
How many apartments are available in Downtown Berkeley right now?
As of July 19, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 28 apartments for rent in Downtown Berkeley under $3,500/month. Listings refresh continuously from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a typical apartment in Downtown Berkeley?
Among current Rentomatics listings, apartments in Downtown Berkeley start at $1,695/month, with an average of $2,459 and a median of $2,447/month. Prices reflect 28 active listings updated July 19, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics continuously refreshes listings from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area rental sources. Stale listings are removed within 5 days of last sighting.
Does Rentomatics show broker fees?
Yes. Every Rentomatics listing displays whether a broker fee applies, and users can filter to show only no-fee apartments.
What is Downtown Berkeley like?
Downtown Berkeley has the main BART station and UC Berkeley one block east — Shattuck Ave restaurants, the Berkeley Rep, and the UC Theatre. The densest transit option in the East Bay outside Oakland. Rents are moderate with heavy student turnover.