
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (647 Rentals)


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The Harmony Collective

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Modera Berkeley

The Dwight

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2434 Piedmont

2414 Telegraph

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Aquatic Shattuck

Blake at Berkeley

The Berkeley Place

2410 Dwight Way
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Addison Arts Apartments

2500 Durant Avenue

2520 College Avenue

2500 Dana St

2333 Channing Way

2510 Bancroft Way
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The Kittredge

The Overture

International House Berkeley

The Den

Addison

Telegraph Commons

Berkeley Central

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2122 Dwight Way

2405 Fulton St

2000 Durant Ave

MB Apartments

2737 Durant Avenue

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2504 Dana St

2731 Durant Ave
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South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,442 | $850 | $3,815 |
South Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $765 | $4,667 |
| South Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,058 | $963 | $8,801 |
| South Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,114 | $895 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,371 | $1,135 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,830 | $1,030 | $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 2504 Dana St and is listed at 1,765 square feet priced from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2504 Dana St | Single Bedroom Unfurnished | 1,765 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| The Den | 1BR/1.0BA | 1,360 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1,186 Sq Ft | $1,828 |
| 950 Lofts | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 838 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 1+ Bed / 1 Bath (w/partition) | 803 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| The Kittredge | 1BR/1.0BA | 762 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| The Overture | Loft 1 Bedroom | 708 Sq Ft | $3,095 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 700 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| Americana Apartments | 1 Br. | 580 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Modera Berkeley | A06 | 557 Sq Ft | $4,105 |
Cheapest Available South Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Berkeley of San Francisco, CA is the Helios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027... Model starting from $950 at Helios. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Berkeley is currently $2,528. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Helios | Helios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027... | $950 |
| 2731 Durant Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | $950 |
| The Harmony Collective | Suite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom | $1,200 |
| The Lair | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,259 |
| 2504 Dana St | Single Bedroom Unfurnished | $1,350 |
| Wesley House | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,737 |
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,828 |
| MB Apartments | 1 bedrooms | $1,850 |
| 2030 Dwight Way | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $1,995 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $2,000 |
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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 Helios listed at $950.
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 $2,528.
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 1,765 square feet unit starting from $1,350 at 2504 Dana St.
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 312 sq ft.
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