Studio Apartments for Rent in Downtown Berkeley Under $5,000
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.
30 listings available — updated June 3, 2026, refreshed every 3 hours
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Frequently asked
How many studios are available in Downtown Berkeley right now?
As of June 3, 2026, Rentomatics tracks 30 studios for rent in Downtown Berkeley under $5,000/month. Listings refresh every 3 hours from Craigslist, Zumper, and other Bay Area sources.
What is the rent for a studio in Downtown Berkeley?
Among current Rentomatics listings, studios in Downtown Berkeley start at $1,300/month, with an average of $2,126 and a median of $1,995/month. Prices reflect 30 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 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.