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2028 Bancroft WayBerkeley, CA 94704
2609 Sacramento St
BerkeleyCA94702
2613 Sacramento St
BerkeleyCA94702
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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 | $2,253 | $1,640 | $5,006 |
| Southwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,921 | $1,600 | $3,540 |
| Southwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,819 | $1,665 | $6,773 |
| Southwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,294 | $1,475 | $6,785 |
| Southwest Berkeley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,060 | $1,400 | $5,200 |
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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 5 Beds unit found at Bosco priced from $1,408. 1176 University has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Southwest Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bosco | Unit 401 | 5BR,3BA | $1,408 |
| 1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Poets Place Apartment | Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,640 |
| Acton Courtyard | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,056 |
| Helios | Studio Unit | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Berkeley, CA
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Berkeley area is the $3.82 price per square foot 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath Townhome Model at 1122U in the in the University Village neighborhood starting from $6,999. The second greatest value Southwest Berkeley apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft Model at Bosco starting at $3,717 with a $2.90 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1122U | 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath Townhome | 5BR,4BA | $3.82 |
| Bosco | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Fourth and U | University | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| 1128 - 1130 Bancroft | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Bayview Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A1- 1D | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
| 1219 Parker St, Unit A | 1219 Parker St | 2BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| 921 Dwight Way, Unit 921 Dwight | 921 Dwight Way | 2BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Aquatic Higby | Ashby Studio Max | 1BR,1BA | $5.76 |
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 $2,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Berkeley?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Berkeley is 1176 University which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Southwest Berkeley costs $4,682.
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 58 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 $1,775 which is $2,907 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Berkeley.
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