
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $500 (38 Rentals)
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Historic-Charming Apartment Steps from the South Side of Campus

The Harmony Collective

Rise at Berkeley
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2414 Telegraph

1154 Hearst Ave

Hub Bancroft

B28
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2530 Hillegass Ave

1707 Sacramento St, Unit 1
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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 |
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South Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,548 | $999 | $3,955 |
South Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,699 | $795 | $5,090 |
South Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,258 | $800 | $7,607 |
South Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,953 | $849 | $9,300 |
South Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,296 | $1,165 | $10,000+ |
South Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $1,290 | $10,000+ |
South Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,652 | $1,315 | $2,115 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Berkeley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Student | Identity Logan Park priced from $849. The Lair has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable South Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 14 | 3BR,3BA | $849 |
The Lair | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $999 |
2210 MLK | 5 Bedroom | 2 Bath B | 5BR,2BA | $1,100 |
Roosevelt | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
2715 Dwight | 4 Bedroom | 2 Bath B | 4BR,2BA | $1,135 |
Historic-Charming Apartment Steps from the South Side of Campus | 3 Bedroom | 1 Bath B | 3BR,1BA | $1,165 |
Spectra Southside (Student) | Single Deluxe - S | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
2430 Prospect | 7 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 7BR,3BA | $1,175 |
The Harmony Collective | Suite A - Unfurnished Room - Shared Bathroom | 1BR, | $1,200 |
2618 College | 5 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 5BR,3BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Berkeley, CA
As of June 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Berkeley area is the $2.66 price per square foot 7 Beds, 3 Baths Model at 960 61st St in the in the Glashaus neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value South Berkeley apartment is the 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at 2434-2436 Fulton St starting at $5,295 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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960 61st St | 7 Beds, 3 Baths | 7BR,3BA | $2.66 |
2434-2436 Fulton St | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $2.86 |
2710 College | 4 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 4BR,3BA | $1.22 |
514-516 North St | 4 Beds, 2 Baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.98 |
2620 Regent | 5 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 5BR,3BA | $1.16 |
The Laureate | 4 Beds, 2 Baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.19 |
2210 MLK | 5 Bedroom | 2 Bath A | 5BR,2BA | $1.36 |
RUMI at King | 2B2B Private Bedroom & Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.02 |
2401 Warring St | Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
2729 Dwight | Studio | 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.68 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet 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
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 Cheap South Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Berkeley is at The Lair listed at $999.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Berkeley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Berkeley Apartment is $1,100 at Roosevelt.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Berkeley is starting from $1,119 at Student | Identity Logan Park.
What is the most affordable South Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Student | Identity Logan Park and starts from $849.
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