2318 Santa Clara Ave
AlamedaCA94501
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,600 (22 Rentals)
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1214 Chestnut St
AlamedaCA94501
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$1,895 - $3,195Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Shoreline Apartments
1801 Shoreline DrAlameda, CA 94501
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$1,925Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 16
Park Regent Apartments
2110 Santa Clara AveAlameda, CA 94501
1173 Park Ave E
AlamedaCA94501
1312 Chestnut St
AlamedaCA94501
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$2,250 - $2,5501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Wavecrest Lanai Apartments
2028 Franciscan WayAlameda, CA 94501
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1239 Park Ave
AlamedaCA94501
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$2,395 - $3,3951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments
2019 Shoreline DrAlameda, CA 94501
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$2,395 - $2,8951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Waterfront Apartments
2051 Shoreline DrAlameda, CA 94501
2148 Santa Clara Ave
AlamedaCA94501
1012 Walnut St
AlamedaCA94501
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South Shore, Alameda, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Shore Studio Apartments | $2,379 | $1,895 | $2,811 |
| South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,415 | $1,850 | $3,429 |
| South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,246 | $2,395 | $7,940 |
| South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,868 | $3,200 | $8,953 |
| South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,975 | $3,350 | $4,600 |
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Cheapest Available South Shore Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Shore area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Shoreline Apartments priced from $1,895. Central and Grand Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable South Shore apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreline Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Central and Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom - Plan 1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 2510 Central | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Waterfront Apartments | One bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Wavecrest Lanai Apartments | Upper 2 BR w/ Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $2,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, CA
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Shore area is the $3.08 price per square foot Residence 3 Luxury Model at Tower Apartment Homes in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $3,768. The second greatest value South Shore apartment is the 2BD/2BA Model at Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments starting at $3,395 with a $3.20 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tower Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.08 |
| Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Waterfront Apartments | Two Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Central and Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom - Plan 1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 1607 Santa Clara Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 2510 Central | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Wavecrest Lanai Apartments | Upper 2 BR w/ Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| South Shore | The Posey | Studio ,1BA | $4.98 |
| Shoreline Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.46 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Shore Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Shore?
The cheapest apartment in South Shore is Waterfront Apartments which is listed at $2,395, while the average apartment in South Shore costs $5,451.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Shore?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in South Shore that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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