Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Orinda Neighborhood of Orinda, CA from $1,600 (24 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Orinda?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South Orinda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,895 | $1,895 |
South Orinda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,560 | $2,195 | $2,900 |
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There are currently 24 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
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vanguard Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
3448 OHC | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Orinda, CA
As of April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Orinda area is the $3.79 price per square foot 2x1 Model at 3448 OHC in the in the Burton Valley neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value South Orinda apartment is the One Bed, One Bath Model at Vanguard Apartments starting at $1,895 with a $3.16 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. |
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3448 OHC | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
Vanguard Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Orinda, Orinda, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Orinda, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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Best Local Schools in South Orinda, Orinda, CA
Glorietta Elementary
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