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The U at California
1598 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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2112 Tenth St
BerkeleyCA94710
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Oregon Park Apartments
1425 Oregon StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1176 University
1176 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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Ashby Lofts Apartments
2915-2929 9th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1951 Chestnut St
1951 Chestnut StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1626-1654 Dwight Way
1626-1654 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94703
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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 | $2,318 | $1,650 | $3,300 |
| Southwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,751 | $950 | $3,450 |
| Southwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,688 | $2,200 | $4,645 |
| Southwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,608 | $3,975 | $5,083 |
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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. Poets Place Apartment has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. 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 |
| Poets Place Apartment | Apartments | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| 1122U | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,375 |
| Aquatic Higby | Ashby Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,459 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $2,466 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Berkeley, CA
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Berkeley area is the $2.81 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Viewpoint in the in the West Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Southwest Berkeley apartment is the 3 Beds, 1 bath Model at 2235 Bonar St starting at $3,975 with a $3.79 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viewpoint | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| 2235 Bonar St | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| 2217 9th St, Unit 1 | 2217 9th St | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.97 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| 1219 Parker St, Unit A | 1219 Parker St | 2BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Bayview | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.81 |
| Aquatic Higby | Ashby Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $5.50 |
| 1122U | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.59 |
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 $3,150.
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 $4,687.
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 46 regular apartments in Southwest Berkeley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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