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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $900 (13 Rentals)
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2721 California St
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2609 Sacramento St
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$2,0681 Bedroom Apartment Available Nov 26, 2029
2009 McGee Ave, Unit 2
2009 McGee AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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The U at California
1598 University AveBerkeley, 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 | $2,255 | $1,375 | $3,300 |
| Southwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,644 | $950 | $3,770 |
| Southwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,641 | $2,250 | $4,720 |
| Southwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,625 | $4,590 | $4,660 |
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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 |
| Aquatic Higby | Ashby Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,468 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $2,496 |
| 1128 - 1130 Bancroft | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Berkeley, CA
As of December 13, 2025 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 3BR/1.0BA Model at 1128 - 1130 Bancroft starting at $2,595 with a $2.60 price per square foot in the West 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 |
| 1128 - 1130 Bancroft | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 2235 Bonar St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| 1122U | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath B | 2BR,1BA | $4.74 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| 1534 University Ave, Unit 1534 | 1534 University Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
| Bayview | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.81 |
| Aquatic Higby | Ashby Studio A | Studio ,1BA | $5.52 |
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 $3,253.
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 $4,625.
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.
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