
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,400 (18 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Alameda?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Alameda Studio Apartments | $2,427 | $1,450 | $3,225 |
Central Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,109 | $1,850 | $7,000 |
Central Alameda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,073 | $2,195 | $7,750 |
Central Alameda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,813 | $3,190 | $6,060 |
Central Alameda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,775 | $3,775 | $3,775 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Alameda Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Alameda area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Portico Waterfront priced from $2,073. 1080 Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Central Alameda apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Portico Waterfront | S8 | Studio,1BA | $2,073 |
1080 Lofts | Loft 2 | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Artizan | A | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
Wavecrest Lanai Apartments | Upper 1 BR no balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Villa Marina Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Alameda, CA
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Alameda area is the $2.52 price per square foot 1547 Sherman St Model at 1547 Sherman St, Unit A in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $3,775. The second greatest value Central Alameda apartment is the Loft 2 Model at 1080 Lofts starting at $2,100 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1547 Sherman St, Unit A | 1547 Sherman St | 4BR,2BA | $2.52 |
1080 Lofts | Loft 2 | Studio ,1BA | $2.07 |
Shoreline Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
2049 Lincoln Ave, Unit A | 2049 Lincoln Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
1110 Buena Vista Ave, Unit A | 1110 Buena Vista Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
Waterfront Apartments | Two Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
Central and Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom - Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
2112 Santa Clara Ave, Unit A1 | 2112 Santa Clara Ave | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
401 Derby | 1BR/1BA E | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
Villa Marina Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Alameda Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Alameda?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Alameda is at Portico Waterfront listed at $2,073.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Alameda Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Alameda Apartment is $2,145 at Artizan.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Alameda Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Alameda is starting from $2,200 at Central and Grand Apartments.
What is the most affordable Central Alameda Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Alameda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Portico Waterfront and starts from $4,298.
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