
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (640 Rentals)


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2015 Haste St.

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,575 | $800 | $5,270 |
South Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,403 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,724 | $746 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,073 | $608 | $8,865 |
| South Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,541 | $911 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $748 | $10,000+ |
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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 815 square feet priced from $3,063. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parker | One Bedroom | 815 Sq Ft | $3,063 |
| K Street Flats | 2BD, 1BTH Y | 797 Sq Ft | $2,778 |
| Vanguard Apartments | 1bed,1bath | 750 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Modera Berkeley | A05 | 716 Sq Ft | $3,610 |
| Addison | A2 | 709 Sq Ft | $3,905 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 700 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 09 | 680 Sq Ft | $1,574 |
| 2405 Fulton St | 1 Bedroom and Full Livingroom | 680 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| 2015 Haste St. | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 675 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| Americana Apartments | 1 Br. | 580 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
Cheapest Available South Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the Fifth Floor Model starting from $872 at 2225 Hearst. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Berkeley is currently $3,403. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 2225 Hearst | Fifth Floor | $872 |
| Helios | Shared Double | $950 |
| 2430 Prospect | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | $1,100 |
| 2414 Telegraph | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | $1,175 |
| Vanguard Apartments | 1bed,1bath | $1,200 |
| The Harmony Collective | Suite D - Furnished Rooms - Shared Bathroom | $1,250 |
| MB Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,850 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $2,000 |
| 2405 Fulton St | 1 Bedroom and Full Livingroom | $2,150 |
| 1801 Derby St | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,150 |
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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 2225 Hearst listed at $872.
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 $3,403.
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 815 square feet unit starting from $3,063 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 569 sq ft.
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