

UC Berkeley Student Apartments For Rent
Housing Near UC Berkeley
Large 3bdrm, Laurel District, Great Walking Neighborhood
Large 3bdrm, Laurel District, Great Walking Neighborhood

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Lantana Uptown
Lantana Uptown

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Vegetarians Nice Large Bedroom Utilities Included Berkeley Elmwood
Vegetarians Nice Large Bedroom Utilities Included Berkeley Elmwood

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The Bridge at Emeryville
The Bridge at Emeryville

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2500 Dana St
2500 Dana St

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1649 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
1649 Martin Luther King Jr. Way

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Stonefire
Stonefire

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1936 Blake Street
1936 Blake Street

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6449 Colby Street
6449 Colby Street

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2714 Alcatraz Ave
2714 Alcatraz Ave

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6433 Telegraph Avenue
6433 Telegraph Avenue

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6433 Telegraph Avenue A-L
6433 Telegraph Avenue A-L

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1654 Dwight Way
1654 Dwight Way

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1626 Dwight Way A-M
1626 Dwight Way A-M

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1590 Oregon Street 01-19
1590 Oregon Street 01-19

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1826 Alcatraz Avenue
1826 Alcatraz Avenue

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4435 Piedmont Avenue Unit 202
4435 Piedmont Avenue Unit 202

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935 Solano Ave
935 Solano Ave

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415 Adams St
415 Adams St

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740 27th St
740 27th St

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1317 Liberty Street
1317 Liberty Street

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325 Lenox Avenue #308, Oakland, Ca 94610
325 Lenox Avenue #308, Oakland, Ca 94610

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1934 9th Avenue A-O
1934 9th Avenue A-O

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1924 9th Avenue
1924 9th Avenue

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1935 10th Avenue 101-306
1935 10th Avenue 101-306

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1925 10th avenue
1925 10th avenue

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2800 21st Avenue
2800 21st Avenue

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2518 35th Avenue 26-37
2518 35th Avenue 26-37

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2530 35th Avenue 01-17
2530 35th Avenue 01-17

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2056 Ascot Drive
2056 Ascot Drive

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Housing Overview at UC Berkeley
💰On average, rent for apartments near UC Berkeley is $2,831/mo. UC Berkeley rent is more expensive than the national monthly average of $2,088/mo.
🚲 We currently offer 46 apartments within walking distance of University of California - Berkeley's campus. In total, there are 390 student housing options available near UC Berkeley.
🎓When students are not living off-campus, they can choose between any of UC Berkeley's 24 on-campus dorms. The most popular dorms at University of California - Berkeley are Channing-Bowditch Apartments, Clark Kerr, Clark Kerr Apartments.
Living off-campus at UC-Berkeley can really add to your college experience. From making new friends to living with UCB roommates to managing your finances, you are certain to grow from this experience. For those students, thinking about UC-Berkeley off-campus housing, here is a go-to guide about Berkeley neighborhoods, restaurants, safety, transportation and more.
Neighborhoods in Berkeley
South Berkeley, near south campus, is an area rich with student activity. Undergrads tend to prefer this option for how close it is to campus and its proximity to other students. Southside/Telegraph Avenue is another area heavily populated with Berkeley students and businesses. From restaurants that offer student prices to secondhand clothing shops, this neighborhood is a hub for students. North Berkeley is another option that is quieter, but still is home for many students. Student co-ops and UCB apartments stand out among single-family units. Many graduate students choose to live in this neighborhood. Where you should live will really depend on what sort of neighborhood vibe you and your UCB roommates are looking for. Other neighborhoods popular among students are Albany, Oakland, El Cerrito and Richmond. While they are further from campus, they do offer reduced Berkeley rental costs in comparison to closer neighborhoods.
Dining at Berkeley
Berkeley provides plenty of dining options that cater to students’ hungry stomachs, from your typical fast food joints to local eateries. Ike’s Love and Sandwiches is a frequent for many Berkeley students. The enormous, stacked sandwiches are well-worth more than a single meal, as you can split each sandwich over the course of several meals without leaving yourself hungry. Artichoke Basille’s Pizza is another go-to spot for students, particularly for those late-night munchies. U-Cha is widely celebrated among Berkeley’s boba lovers. From milk tea and boba to fries and snow ice, U-Cha is the go-to place. If you’re out for a night on the town, Jupiter is the place to be. If it’s your birthday, mention it to your server for a free beer and a song to celebrate your special day.
Transportation Around Berkeley
If you’re living close to campus, Bear Transit -- UC Berkeley’s shuttle system -- can help you get to where you need to be. It provides transportation between campus, Downtown Berkeley BART, parking lots, Clark Kerr campus, the Hill area, on-campus housing, Richmond Field Station (RFS) and Campus Shared Services on 4th Street. There’s also other public transit services used by many Berkeley Students. This includes AC Transit, which is free for Berkeley students to use with an AC Transit Student Easy Pass. As long as you’re a registered student, you can get it electronically loaded onto your Clipper card. Through the semester, you will have free, unlimited access to rides on AC Transit buses. Through AC Transit, you can access campus, shopping centers, eateries and off-campus housing. There’s also the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) students can use to travel to campus, with the Downtown Berkeley stop just one block from the west side of campus. Students can purchase a discounted BART ticket for $43 at the Parking & Transportation office.
Parking at Berkeley
Many students at Berkeley opt not to have a car. With a heavy emphasis on public transportation, it’s not hard to wonder why, even when you move off-campus. If you do have a car and are driving to campus, you can buy student parking permits at the beginning of each semester. Each permit costs $393 per semester. If you opt for a Carpool Permit, it is $140 per semester. In order to qualify and maintain eligibility for a Carpool Permit, you must log your trips to campus daily. You must also live outside of the designated campus boundary in order to buy a valid campus permit, which does include some off-campus dwellings.
Safety at Berkeley
In 2018, UC Berkeley reported 1,153 safety-related incidents involving students on or near campus or at other UC Berkeley affiliated properties.
Students have free access to night safety services such as the BearWALK safety escort. The service involves a student community service officer accompanying a student when they feel unsafe.
Shopping in Berkeley
Berkeley offers a great selection of grocery stores for students to choose from depending on their needs. Berkeley Bowl, located in South Berkeley, carries a wide selection of fresh produce and bulk items at reasonable prices. Their poultry and perishable goods tend to be pricier for students’ budgets but are still great options for vegans. Safeway has multiple locations around campus, with the closest being on College Avenue -- just a quick ride on the 51B bus. Trader Joe’s is another popular spot located on College Avenue and is know for its low prices and fun offerings. And, Berkeley Student Food Collective is a student-run food co-op that offers students groceries at a reasonable price. It’s located right across from MLK, making it easier for students to shop after classes. It’s also not too hard for students to indulge in some retail therapy in Berkeley. Fourth Street has some of your typical chain stores that can do a decent hit to your budget -- Anthropologie, Lululemon, Apple, and many more. Berkeley also has its fair share of options for eco-friendly shoppers. Stores like Lhasa Karnak Herb Company and Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy offer cruelty-free beauty items. Thrift stores are aplenty in Berkeley, from your typical Buffalo Exchange to Mars Mercantile.

Map of UC Berkeley Student Apartments For Rent