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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,000 (4 Rentals)
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2028 Bancroft WayBerkeley, CA 94704
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Southside, Berkeley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Studio Apartments | $2,588 | $1,800 | $3,400 |
| Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,679 | $1,395 | $3,395 |
| Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,271 | $1,225 | $4,655 |
| Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,184 | $1,805 | $6,595 |
| Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,695 | $6,595 | $6,795 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southside Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside area is the $5.80 price per square foot 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Vero Hills Apartments in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $6,795. The second greatest value Southside apartment is the 2614 Warring Street Model at 2614 Warring Street, Unit 5 starting at $3,280 with a $3.62 price per square foot in the Telegraph Avenue neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vero Hills Apartments | 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 4BR,2BA | $5.80 |
| 2614 Warring Street, Unit 5 | 2614 Warring Street | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| 2737 Dwight Way, Unit #37A | 2737 Dwight Way | 2BR,1BA | $4.93 |
| The Durant (new) | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Bayview Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.18 |
| URSA Berkeley | BETA 4 | 1BR,1BA | $6.88 |
| B28 | SA | Studio ,1BA | $7.97 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthside, Berkeley, CA
Ranked #13
Among neighborhoods in Berkeley, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Southside Neighborhood in Berkeley, CA
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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 Southside Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Southside is URSA Berkeley which is listed at $2,695, while the average apartment in Southside costs $13,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside?
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 25 regular apartments in Southside 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 Southside?
Cheap apartments in Southside have an average cost of $4,552 which is $8,948 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southside.
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