
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Orinda Neighborhood of Orinda, CA from $1,675 (21 Rentals)
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332 Rheem Blvd

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2050 Ascot Dr

336 Rheem Blvd

2101 Donald Dr

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Orinda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Orinda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $1,895 | $2,695 |
| South Orinda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $2,195 | $2,495 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Orinda Neighborhood of Orinda, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Orinda Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Orinda area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Morgan Apartments priced from $2,115. Redwood Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable South Orinda apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,115 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Rheem Blvd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Orinda, CA
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Orinda area is the $3.37 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at Rheem Blvd in the in the School Tree neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value South Orinda apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Town Center starting at $3,895 with a $5.06 price per square foot in the Burton Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Orinda apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rheem Blvd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Orinda, Orinda, CA
Ranked #28
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in South Orinda, Orinda, CA
Glorietta Elementary
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