Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,200 (15 Rentals)
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1830 San Antonio Ave

2204 Buena Vista Ave

1401 St Charles St
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1443 Stanton St

1823 Pacific Ave

2514 Central Ave, Unit #D

1231 Park Ave E

1431 Stanton St
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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 | $1,954 | $1,750 | $2,416 |
| South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,320 | $1,200 | $3,268 |
| South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,302 | $2,100 | $7,962 |
| South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,426 | $3,200 | $7,628 |
| South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,975 | $3,350 | $4,600 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Shore Neighborhood of Alameda, CA.
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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. Wavecrest Lanai Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
| Wavecrest Lanai Apartments | Lower 1BR w/ patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 2510 Central | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| 1607 Santa Clara Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Surfside Palms Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, CA
As of November 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Shore area is the $2.85 price per square foot Residence 3 Luxury Model at Tower Apartment Homes in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $3,496. The second greatest value South Shore apartment is the The Park Model at South Shore starting at $3,995 with a $3.27 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 | $2.85 |
| South Shore | The Park | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Shoreline Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Surfside Palms Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Waterfront Apartments | Two Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| 1607 Santa Clara Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 2510 Central | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $4.22 |
| Wavecrest Lanai Apartments | Lower 1BR w/ patio | 1BR,1BA | $4.09 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Shore, Alameda, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the South Shore Neighborhood in Alameda, CA
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Wavecrest Lanai Apartments which is listed at $2,250, 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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