Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ballena Bay Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,200 (17 Rentals)

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Santa Clara Apartments
Studio Apartments

Santa Clara Apartments

935 Santa Clara AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Bay Vista
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Vista

470 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Alameda Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alameda Park Apartments

547-549 Buena Vista AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Point Alameda
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Point Alameda

1380 ballena BlvdAlameda, CA 94501
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Ballena Bay, Alameda, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ballena Bay Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ballena Bay area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Launch priced from $1,295. Surfside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Ballena Bay apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
LaunchB1.7 ADU2BR,2BA$1,295
Surfside1 Bed 1 Bath A11BR,1BA$1,695
450 Buena VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,795
Portico WaterfrontS9Studio,1BA$1,887
Shoreline ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballena Bay, CA

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ballena Bay area is the $3.29 price per square foot Compass +Office Model at Admirals Cove in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $4,496. The second greatest value Ballena Bay apartment is the D2A Model at Summer House starting at $3,623 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ballena Bay apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Admirals CoveCompass +Office2BR,2.5BA$3.29
Summer HouseD2A4BR,2BA$2.89
DEL CORONADO2 Bed/ 1.0 Bath2BR,1BA$3.22
Rica Vista1 Bed 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.84
South ShoreOne Bedroom 1x1A1BR,1BA$3.86
Villa Marina Apartments1 BR1BR,1BA$3.66
1542 6th St, Unit 31542 6th St1BR,1BA$3.44
Point AlamedaA planStudio ,1BA$3.74
Surfside1 Bed 1 Bath A11BR,1BA$3.14
Ballena Village Apartment HomesResidence 1H LuxuryStudio ,1BA$3.95

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Ballena Bay, Alameda, CA

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Among neighborhoods in Alameda, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ballena Bay Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ballena Bay?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ballena Bay is at 450 Buena Vista listed at $1,795.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ballena Bay Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ballena Bay Apartment is $1,695 at Surfside.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ballena Bay Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ballena Bay is starting from $1,295 at Launch.

What is the most affordable Ballena Bay Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ballena Bay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summer House and starts from $2,592.

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