1816 Carleton St, Unit F
1816 Carleton St
BerkeleyCA94703
Cheap Homes for Rent in the South Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,840 (12 Rentals)
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974 63rd St, Unit B
974 63rd St
OaklandCA94608
1602 Ashby Ave
BerkeleyCA94703
1831 Woolsey St
BerkeleyCA94703
2950 Stanton St
BerkeleyCA94702
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2433 McKinley AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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2530 College Ave, Unit 3
2530 College Ave
BerkeleyCA94704
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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2124
1698 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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2172 Blake St, Unit 9
2172 Blake StBerkeley, CA 94704
2543 Martin Luther King Jr Way
BerkeleyCA94704
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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2126
1698 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
1521 Blake St
BerkeleyCA94703
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South Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in South Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Berkeley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,150 | $2,395 | $4,200 |
| South Berkeley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,206 | $3,850 | $4,500 |
| South Berkeley 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,995 | $4,995 | $4,995 |
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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 Studio unit found at 2737 Durant Avenue priced from $748. 1801 Milvia Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable South Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $748 |
| 1801 Milvia Street | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Wesley House | 5BR/2.0BA | 5BR,2BA | $795 |
| The Lair | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $850 |
| 2430 Prospect LP | 7 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 7BR,3BA | $878 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Berkeley, CA
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Berkeley area is the $0.45 price per square foot 7 Bedroom | 3 Bath Model at 2430 Prospect LP in the in the UC Berkeley neighborhood starting from $878. The second greatest value South Berkeley apartment is the 4 Bedroom | 3 Bath Model at 2710 College LLC starting at $2,030 with a $1.12 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2430 Prospect LP | 7 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 7BR,3BA | $0.45 |
| 2710 College LLC | 4 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 4BR,3BA | $1.12 |
| 2504 Dana St | Single Bedroom Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Pique Berkeley | 4BR/4BA - D2 | 4BR,4BA | $1.09 |
| 2620 Regent | 5 Bedroom | 3 Bath | 5BR,3BA | $1.06 |
| 3228 Adeline LLC | 5 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 5BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 2618 College | 5 Bedroom | 2 Bath | 5BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 2737 Durant Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 2124 Parker | 3 Bedroom | 2 Bath A | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| ArtHaus Telegraph | Cal Suite | 4BR,2BA | $1.42 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in South Berkeley?
There are currently 1426 Apartments for Rent in South Berkeley, CA with pricing that ranges from $748 to $22,181. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Berkeley ranging from $1,840 to $4,995.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Berkeley ranges from $1,840 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,307.
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