1280 University Ave
BerkeleyCA94702
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $950 (43 Rentals)
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$2,258 - $6,086
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1122U
1122 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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$2,283 - $4,696Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The U at California
1598 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
2228 McGee Ave
BerkeleyCA94703
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$2,640
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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2124
1698 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
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$2,695 - $3,095
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Aquatic Ashby
3006 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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$2,890
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Base Rent$2,890
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2001 Fifth St, Unit SI FL4-ID1262
2001 Fifth StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$2,898 - $3,6831 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Fourth and U
2020 4th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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2314 Bonar St
BerkeleyCA94702
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$2,920
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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2126
1698 University AveBerkeley, CA 94703
2334 Browning St
BerkeleyCA94702
1521 Blake St
BerkeleyCA94703
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$3,050 - $3,8951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Aquatic Higby
3015 San Pablo AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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$3,125
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Base Rent$3,125
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741 Addison St, Unit Ground floor apartment
741 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94710
1519-1521 Harmon St
BerkeleyCA94703
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$3,339 - $4,717
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Aquatic Fourth Street
2010 5th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$3,380
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Base Rent$3,380
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2000 Fifth St, Unit SI FL4-ID1505
2000 Fifth StBerkeley, CA 94710
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$3,450 - $3,5502 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
2235 Bonar St
2235 Bonar StBerkeley, CA 94702
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Oregon Park Apartments
1425 Oregon StBerkeley, CA 94702
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Ashby Lofts Apartments
2915-2929 9th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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2441-2455 Bonar St
2455 Bonar StBerkeley, CA 94702
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Acton Courtyard
1370 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1951 Chestnut St
1951 Chestnut StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1925 10th St
1925 10th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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View Point
651 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94710
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2112 Ninth Street
2112 9th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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University Ave Apartments
1176 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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1626-1654 Dwight Way
1626-1654 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94703
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1590 Oregon St
1590 Oregon StBerkeley, CA 94703
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1433 Dwight Way
1433 Dwight WayBerkeley, CA 94702
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1917 6th St
1917 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
2018 Ninth St
BerkeleyCA94710
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2233 Ninth St
BerkeleyCA94710
2950 Stanton St
BerkeleyCA94702
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054 - Addison & 9th
968 Addison StBerkeley, CA 94710
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1919 Curtis St
1919 Curtis StBerkeley, CA 94702
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haskell
1217 Haskell StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1128 - 1130 Bancroft
1128-1130 Bancroft WayBerkeley, CA 94702
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Ocean View Gardens
819 Hearst AveBerkeley, CA 94710
974 63rd St, Unit B
974 63rd St
OaklandCA94608
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6628 Helen Ct
OaklandCA94608
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$3,733 - $11,348Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 25
Bayview
6701 Shellmound StEmeryville, CA 94608
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950 Lofts
950 63rd StOakland, CA 94608
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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 | $2,406 | $1,750 | $2,725 |
| Southwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,072 | $950 | $3,780 |
| Southwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,051 | $2,644 | $4,696 |
| Southwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,355 | $3,125 | $5,495 |
| Southwest Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,465 | $5,465 | $5,465 |
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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. 2441-2455 Bonar St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Southwest Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | Helios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 2441-2455 Bonar St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 1925 10th St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,829 |
| View Point | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Affordable (All Floor Plans) | 1BR,1BA | $1,843 |
| The U at California | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,283 |
| 950 Lofts | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,429 |
| 054 - Addison & 9th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| haskell | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| Aquatic Ashby | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Berkeley, CA
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Berkeley area is the $2.86 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Market (All Floor Plans) Model at View Point in the in the West Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,520. The second greatest value Southwest Berkeley apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B Model at 1122U starting at $4,197 with a $3.90 price per square foot in the University Village 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| View Point | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Market (All Floor Plans) | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| 1122U | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B | 3BR,2BA | $3.90 |
| 741 Addison St, Unit Ground floor apartment | 741 Addison St | 3BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| 2235 Bonar St | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Aquatic Higby | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| 950 Lofts | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $4.59 |
| 054 - Addison & 9th | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| 2441-2455 Bonar St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Berkeley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Berkeley is at 2441-2455 Bonar St listed at $1,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Berkeley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Berkeley Apartment is $950 at Helios.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Berkeley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Berkeley is starting from $2,495 at 1919 Curtis St.
What is the most affordable Southwest Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1122U and starts from $4,092.
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