Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA from $1,100 (9 Rentals)
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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 |
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Southwest Berkeley Studio Apartments | $2,403 | $2,095 | $3,653 |
Southwest Berkeley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,918 | $1,750 | $4,140 |
Southwest Berkeley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,715 | $2,095 | $5,135 |
Southwest Berkeley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,117 | $2,625 | $6,795 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southwest Berkeley Neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.
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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 1590 Oregon St priced from $1,995. Fourth and U has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,211. Here are the most affordable Southwest Berkeley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1590 Oregon St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $2,211 |
Aquatic Higby | Ashby Flat B 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,594 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Berkeley, CA
As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Berkeley area is the $3.20 price per square foot 1511 Derby St Model at 1511 Derby St, Unit 1511 Derby Street in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Southwest Berkeley apartment is the C1-BW Model at Berkeley Park Apartments starting at $3,395 with a $3.79 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. |
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1511 Derby St, Unit 1511 Derby Street | 1511 Derby St | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
Berkeley Park Apartments | C1-BW | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
2510 Bancroft Way | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $5.76 |
1269 Alcatraz Avenue, Unit A | 1269 Alcatraz Avenue | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
Fourth and U | Shattuck | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Aquatic Higby | Ashby Flat A 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.34 |
1219 Parker St, Unit B | 1219 Parker St | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio ,1BA | $4.71 |
1590 Oregon St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
Bayview Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.96 |
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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southwest Berkeley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southwest Berkeley is at Aquatic Fourth Street listed at $2,595.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Berkeley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Berkeley Apartment is $1,995 at 1590 Oregon St.
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 $3,195 at URSA Berkeley.
What is the most affordable Southwest Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southwest Berkeley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bayview Apartments and starts from $4,565.
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