Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $2,250 (1 Rental)
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Southwest Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,254 | $1,375 | $3,300 |
| Southwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,632 | $950 | $3,770 |
Southwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,603 | $2,250 | $4,448 |
| Southwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,625 | $4,590 | $4,660 |
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Getting Around the Southwest Berkeley Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
58 / 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 Southwest Berkeley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Berkeley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Berkeley is under $3,182.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Berkeley?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Berkeley is Acton Courtyard which is listed at $2,056, while the average apartment in Southwest Berkeley costs $4,625.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Berkeley?
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 49 regular apartments in Southwest Berkeley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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