Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,600 (27 Rentals)

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2065 Eagle Ave
$2,1001 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Now

2065 Eagle Ave

Alameda, CA 94501
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Park Regent
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Regent

2110 Santa Clara AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2060 San Antonio
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2060 San Antonio

2253 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2126 Lincoln Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2126 Lincoln Ave

2126 Lincoln AveAlameda, CA 94501
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The Franciscan
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Franciscan

333 Willow StAlameda, CA 94501
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High Street Studios
Studio Apartments

High Street Studios

4001 San Leandro StOakland, CA 94601
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3301 E 12th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

3301 E 12th St

3301 E 12th StOakland, CA 94601
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Downtown Alameda, Alameda, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Alameda Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Alameda area of Alameda, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Boathouse Lofts priced from $1,900. Zo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,907. Here are the most affordable Downtown Alameda apartments for rent in Alameda, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Boathouse LoftsSmall Unit1BR,1BA$1,900
Zoe10dStudio,1BA$1,907
South ShoreStudioStudio,1BA$2,186
Wavecrest Lanai ApartmentsUpper 1 BR no balcony1BR,1BA$2,195
Portico WaterfrontS9Studio,1BA$2,250
401 Derby1BR/1BA E1BR,1BA$2,309
AtlasDowntown1BR,1BA$2,382
Star HarborS1Studio,1BA$2,500
The DunesResidence 31BR,1BA$2,552
Tower Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$2,618

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Alameda, CA

As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Alameda area is the $3.05 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at Shoreline Apartments in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Downtown Alameda apartment is the Residence 1 Luxury Model at Tower Apartment Homes starting at $2,613 with a $3.07 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shoreline Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.05
Tower Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.07
The DunesResidence 42BR,1BA$3.76
Boathouse LoftsSmall Unit1BR,1BA$2.53
401 Derby1BR/1BA E1BR,1BA$3.64
2510 Central2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$4.61
South ShoreStudioStudio ,1BA$4.08
Wavecrest Lanai ApartmentsLower 1BR w/ patio1BR,1BA$4.09
Star HarborS1Studio ,1BA$4.63
Zoe10aStudio ,1BA$4.49

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Alameda, Alameda, CA

Ranked #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Alameda Neighborhood in Alameda, CA

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

85 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Alameda Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Alameda?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Alameda is at Zo listed at $1,907.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Alameda Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Alameda Apartment is $1,900 at Boathouse Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Alameda Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Alameda is starting from $2,450 at Wavecrest Lanai Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Alameda Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Alameda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Portico Waterfront and starts from $4,408.

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