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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $900 (16 Rentals)
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$1,314 - $3,062Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Viewpoint
651 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$1,475 - $2,100Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
1614-1630 University Ave
1614-1630 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2613 Sacramento St
BerkeleyCA94702
2609 Sacramento St
BerkeleyCA94702
2617 Sacramento St
BerkeleyCA94702
1408 Berkeley Way
BerkeleyCA94702
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919 Dwight Way, Unit 919 Dwight Way
919 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94710
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$2,000 - $3,300Studio Apartments Available Now
Poets Place Apartment
2435 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Southwest Berkeley, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Berkeley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,273 | $1,550 | $3,300 |
| Southwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,407 | $950 | $3,590 |
| Southwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,434 | $1,588 | $4,700 |
| Southwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,190 | $3,350 | $4,860 |
| Southwest Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Berkeley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Berkeley area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Helios priced from $950. Viewpoint has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,314. Here are the most affordable Southwest Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Viewpoint | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,314 |
| 1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Poets Place Apartment | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| 1433 Dwight Way | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Berkeley, CA
As of October 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Berkeley area is the $2.77 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at 1128 - 1130 Bancroft in the in the West Berkeley neighborhood starting from $2,765. The second greatest value Southwest Berkeley apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at 2235 Bonar St starting at $3,150 with a $3.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Berkeley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1128 - 1130 Bancroft | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 2235 Bonar St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Viewpoint | 2 Bed 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| 1433 Dwight Way | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 2110 Spaulding Ave, Unit D | 2110 Spaulding Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| 919 Dwight Way, Unit 919 Dwight Way | 919 Dwight Way | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 2207 5th St, Unit 2207 5th Street | 2207 5th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $3.80 |
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 $2,734.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Berkeley?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Berkeley is Helios which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Southwest Berkeley costs $4,400.
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 24 regular apartments in Southwest Berkeley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southwest Berkeley?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Berkeley have an average cost of $1,746 which is $2,654 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Berkeley.
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