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2335 Warring
2335 Warring StBerkeley, CA 94704
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $900 (6 Rentals)
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2430 Prospect
2430 Prospect StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2901 Channing
2901 Channing WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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12 Panoramic
12 Panoramic WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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2350 Prospect
2350 Prospect StBerkeley, CA 94704
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2437 Warring St
2437 Warring StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Southside, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Studio Apartments | $2,250 | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $900 | $2,450 |
| Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,392 | $1,070 | $4,250 |
| Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $1,050 | $4,800 |
| Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,935 | $1,220 | $2,840 |
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Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 2425 Prospect priced from $900. Warring Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2425 Prospect | Third Floor A | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Warring Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Stadium Heights LLC | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, CA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southside area is the $4.53 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at 2546 Warring St. in the in the Telegraph Avenue neighborhood starting from $4,800. The second greatest value Southside apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Stadium Heights LLC starting at $3,100 with a $5.17 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2546 Warring St. | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $4.53 |
| Stadium Heights LLC | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $5.17 |
| 2425 Prospect | Private House | 1BR,1BA | $16.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Southside is 2425 Prospect which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Southside costs $1,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Southside that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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