
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the South Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA (28 Rentals)
Apartments in the South Berkeley area of Berkeley with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


URSA Berkeley

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Parker

K Street Flats

Special Promo! Private Bed near UC Berkeley!

26FIFTY

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Ace Berkeley
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ArtHaus Telegraph

The Valiant

ArtHaus Dwight

2627 Hillegass Avenue

2252 Parker Street

2500 Durant Avenue

2520 College Avenue
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2333 Channing Way

2510 Bancroft Way

Blake at Berkeley

The Berkeley Place

2500 Dana St

Addison

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The Dwight
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Berkeley Central

2121 Blake St

2125 Hearst Ave

2508 Hillegass Ave

2329 Channing Way

RUMI at King

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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 | $2,566 | $800 | $5,226 |
| South Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,398 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,716 | $746 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $608 | $8,865 |
| South Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,069 | $883 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,664 | $911 | $10,000+ |
| South Berkeley 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $748 | $10,000+ |
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Top Berkeley Apartments in the South Berkeley Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 03-20-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top South Berkeley, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
2510 Bancroft Way
Limited-Time Offer: Get 1 Month Free! Sign a lease before March 31, 2026, and enjoy one month rent-free. Call for details!Expires 03-20-2026
Parker
NOW OFFERING 6 WEEKS FREE BASE RENT & LUXURY LOOK AND LEASE BONUS ON SELECT APARTMENT HOMES!* Stacker Parking Special 3 months free for stacker parking, followed by a $100/month rate after the promotional period *Min. terms & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excluded. Offer may change.Expires 03-20-2026
2333 Channing Way
Limited-Time Offer: Get 1 Month Free! Sign a lease before March 31, 2026, and enjoy one month rent-free. Call for details!Expires 03-20-2026
2520 College Avenue
Limited-Time Offer: Get 1 Month Free! Sign a lease before March 31, 2026, and enjoy one month rent-free. Call for details!Expires 03-20-2026
2500 Durant Avenue
Limited-Time Offer: Get 1 Month Free! Sign a lease before March 31, 2026, and enjoy one month rent-free. Call for details!Expires 03-20-2026
Berkeley Central
LEASE NOW AND GET UP TO 6 WEEKS FREE!*Expires 03-20-2026
26FIFTY
Be one of the first to join our community! Contact our staff today for leasing specials!Expires 03-20-2026
2627 Hillegass Avenue
Limited-Time Offer: Get 1 Month Free! Sign a lease before March 31, 2026, and enjoy one month rent-free. Call for details!Expires 03-20-2026
Blake at Berkeley
New residents may lease a two bedroom apartment for 15 months, move in by March 20th, and enjoy 4 weeks free rent! Please call or contact us for more details, or better yet book a tour and come see your new home today!Expires 03-20-2026
The Dwight
Now offering 4 weeks free base rent and the $1,000 look-and-lease!* *Min. terms & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excluded. Offer may change.Expires 03-20-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in South Berkeley, CA
Specials updated: 03-20-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in South Berkeley, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
2500 Dana St
$100 off for UC Berkeley student! UC Berkeley student with ID automatically approved!Expires 04-30-2026
2329 Channing Way
NO UNITS AVAILABLE - CHECK BACK LATERExpires 07-31-2026
2508 Hillegass Ave
Open House:Saturday, March 7th & Sunday, March 8th from 11AM to 12PMExpires 05-30-2026
2125 Hearst Ave
Open House:Saturday, March 21st & Sunday, March 22nd from 2PM to 3PMExpires 05-30-2026
K Street Flats
LEASE NOW AND GET 6 WEEKS FREE! Special offer based on lease terms. Select homesExpires 03-31-2026
B28
4 weeks rent FREE with a 12-month lease + $1,000 Amazon gift card if you apply within 24 hours of your tour !!!Expires 04-30-2026
URSA Berkeley
4 weeks rent FREE with a 12-month lease + $1,000 Amazon gift card if you apply within 24 hours of your tour !!!Expires 04-30-2026
2121 Blake St
OPEN HOUSE Saturday March 14th at 11am-12pm See these spacious units in our well maintained property **No Pets Allowed** Gated property and amazing location to shopping, dining and walkable distance to campusExpires 05-31-2026
26FIFTY
Be one of the first to join our community! Contact our staff today for leasing specials!Expires 03-20-2026
2627 Hillegass Avenue
Limited-Time Offer: Get 1 Month Free! Sign a lease before March 31, 2026, and enjoy one month rent-free. Call for details!Expires 03-20-2026
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Best Local Schools in South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials South Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in South Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in South Berkeley is at ArtHaus Telegraph listed at $748.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials South Berkeley Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in South Berkeley is $3,835.
What is the largest Rent Specials South Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in South Berkeley is a 1,713 square feet unit starting from $4,732 at Berkeley Central.
What is the average size for South Berkeley Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in South Berkeley is currently at 451 sq ft.
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