
Cheap Homes for Rent in South Shore Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $900 (8 Rentals)
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1422 Sherman St
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1406 9th St

2137 Otis Dr

1825 San Antonio Ave
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South Shore, Alameda, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in South Shore?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Shore 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,171 | $2,800 | $3,700 |
South Shore 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,383 | $3,750 | $5,200 |
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There are currently 8 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 1 Bed unit found at Waterfront Apartments priced from $2,095. Grand St 1429 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable South Shore apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Waterfront Apartments | One Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Grand St 1429 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Wavecrest Lanai Apartments | Lower 1BR w/ patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, CA
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Shore area is the $2.87 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Outrigger Apartments in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value South Shore apartment is the 2x1 Model at Surfside Palms Apartments starting at $2,650 with a $3.12 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. |
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Outrigger Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.87 |
Surfside Palms Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.12 |
Waterfront Apartments | Two Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
1825 Clinton Ave, Unit D | 1825 Clinton Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Shoreline Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
The Franciscan | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
South Shore | The Posey | Studio ,1BA | $4.44 |
Wavecrest Lanai Apartments | Lower 1BR w/ patio | 1BR,1BA | $4.09 |
2510 Central | 1 Studio 1 Bath Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $4.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Shore
What type of rentals are currently available in South Shore?
There are currently 511 Apartments for Rent in South Shore, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $5,451. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Shore ranging from $975 to $5,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Shore?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Shore ranges from $975 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,626.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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