Apartments for Rent in Emeryville Under $5,000
Emeryville is a flat, industrial-turned-tech city wedged between Oakland and Berkeley — Pixar, the Bay Street mall, and a dense cluster of new high-rise apartments. MacArthur BART is a short Emery-Go-Round shuttle ride. 1BRs often land $2,400-$2,900.
167 listings available — updated June 3, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many apartments are available in Emeryville right now?
As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 167 apartments for rent in Emeryville under $5,000/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a typical apartment in Emeryville?
Among current Rentomatics listings, apartments in Emeryville start at $900/month, with an average of $2,667 and a median of $2,648/month. Prices reflect 167 active listings updated June 3, 2026.
How often are Rentomatics listings updated?
Rentomatics refreshes listings every 3 hours 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 Emeryville like?
Emeryville is a flat, industrial-turned-tech city wedged between Oakland and Berkeley — Pixar, the Bay Street mall, and a dense cluster of new high-rise apartments. MacArthur BART is a short Emery-Go-Round shuttle ride. 1BRs often land $2,400-$2,900.