1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (559 Rentals)

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South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

Largest Available South Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is found at Parker and is listed at 904 square feet priced from $3,599. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
ParkerOne Bedroom904 Sq Ft$3,599
Berkeley Central1 Bedroom864 Sq Ft$3,719
TheShattuckLive - Work A741 Sq Ft$3,500
Addison Arts Apartments1+ Bed / 1 Bath (w/partition)731 Sq Ft$2,895
Americana Apartments1 Br.580 Sq Ft$2,350

Cheapest Available South Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the Single Deluxe - S Model starting from $1,165 at Spectra Southside (Student). The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Berkeley is currently $2,687. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Spectra Southside (Student)Single Deluxe - S$1,165
The Harmony CollectiveSuite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom$1,200
2225 HearstFifth Floor$1,240
2430 Prospect1 Bedroom | 1 Bath$1,395
The Den1BR/1.0BA$1,395
2731 Durant Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,395
2414 Telegraph1 Bedroom | 1 Bath$1,410
Student | Identity Logan ParkSelect 19$1,574
2618 College1 Bedroom | 1 Bath B$1,575
K Street Flats1BD, 1BTH A$1,631

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Berkeley Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in South Berkeley with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Berkeley is at Spectra Southside (Student) listed at $1,165.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Berkeley Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Berkeley is $2,687.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Berkeley Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Berkeley is a 904 square feet unit starting from $3,599 at Parker.

What is the average size for South Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Berkeley is currently 2,000 sq ft.

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