Apartments for Rent in the South Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (1,441 Rentals)

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South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA

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Among neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for San Francisco, California. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with children? this area has risen to be a leading residential neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to the best-regarded learning and education resources for the kids to attend.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood has now become known as one of the best-regarded higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, concierge services, views, access to parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Do you have dogs or cats? this part of Berkeley is amongst the finest communities for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the South Berkeley Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

94 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

65 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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 South Berkeley

How much are Studio apartments in South Berkeley?

There are currently 284 Studio Apartments in South Berkeley with rent ranges from $1,255 to $4,673 with an average price of $2,504.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom South Berkeley Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in South Berkeley ranges from $780 to $5,090 with an average monthly rent of $2,748.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in South Berkeley cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in South Berkeley range from $800 to $7,440. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,458.

How expensive are South Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 266 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in South Berkeley on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $849 to $9,469 - averaging $4,493 for the location.

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