
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Shore Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,400 (18 Rentals)
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2429 Central Ave

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South Shore, Alameda, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Shore?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Shore Studio Apartments | $2,461 | $1,450 | $3,225 |
South Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,165 | $1,850 | $7,000 |
South Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,445 | $2,195 | $7,750 |
South Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,978 | $3,200 | $6,060 |
South Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,350 | $3,350 | $3,350 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Shore Neighborhood of Alameda, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Shore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Shore area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Portico Waterfront priced from $2,098. Wavecrest Lanai Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable South Shore apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Portico Waterfront | S8 | Studio,1BA | $2,098 |
Wavecrest Lanai Apartments | Upper 1 BR no balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Villa Marina Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Central and Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom - Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Waterfront Apartments | One Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Shore, CA
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Shore area is the $2.83 price per square foot Residence 3 Luxury Model at Tower Apartment Homes in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $3,464. The second greatest value South Shore apartment is the 2BD/2BA Model at Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments starting at $2,998 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Tower Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
Shoreline Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.05 |
2049 Lincoln Ave, Unit A | 2049 Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
Panomar Luxury Apartments | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $3.70 |
DEL CORONADO | 1 Bed/ 1.0 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
Waterfront Apartments | Two Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
Central and Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom - Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
2112 Santa Clara Ave, Unit A1 | 2112 Santa Clara Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
Villa Marina Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Shore, Alameda, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the South Shore Neighborhood in Alameda, CA
Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Shore?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Shore is at Portico Waterfront listed at $2,098.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Shore Apartment is $2,195 at Wavecrest Lanai Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Shore is starting from $2,200 at Central and Grand Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Shore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Portico Waterfront and starts from $4,298.
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