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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ballena Bay Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,600 (19 Rentals)
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450 Buena Vista
430-450 Buena Vista AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Surfside
434 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Garden Court Apartments
557-559 Buena Vista AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Rica Vista
1825 Poggi StAlameda, CA 94501
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Villa Marina Apartments
550 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Ballena Village Apartment Homes
335 Tideway DrAlameda, CA 94501
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DEL CORONADO
544 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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from $2,336Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
South Shore
934 Shorepoint CtAlameda, CA 94501
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Summer House
1826 Poggi StAlameda, CA 94501
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740 Pacific Ave
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37 8th AveOakland, CA 94606
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Ballena Bay, Alameda, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ballena Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballena Bay Studio Apartments | $2,789 | $1,675 | $5,056 |
| Ballena Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,119 | $1,800 | $5,243 |
| Ballena Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,937 | $2,100 | $7,149 |
| Ballena Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,347 | $2,824 | $6,131 |
| Ballena Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,589 | $3,516 | $5,123 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Ballena Bay Neighborhood of Alameda, CA.
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Cheapest Available Ballena Bay Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ballena Bay area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at 450 Buena Vista priced from $1,795. Surfside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Ballena Bay apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 450 Buena Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Surfside | 1 Bed 1 Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Bay Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,048 |
| Rica Vista | 1 Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballena Bay, CA
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ballena Bay area is the $3.28 price per square foot Compass +Office Model at Admirals Cove in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $4,471. The second greatest value Ballena Bay apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Shoreline Apartments starting at $2,875 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ballena Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Admirals Cove | Compass +Office | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.28 |
| Shoreline Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| DEL CORONADO | 1 Bed/ 1.0 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Summer House | B1A | 2BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Rica Vista | 1 Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 1418 5th St, Unit 3 | 1418 5th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Point Alameda | B plan | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| South Shore | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.17 |
| Surfside | 1 Bed 1 Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
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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 $1,800 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 $2,100 at Surfside.
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 $2,854.
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