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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,400 (32 Rentals)
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1907 Willow St
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1823 Pacific Ave
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1231 Park Ave
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918 Lafayette St
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2065 Eagle Ave
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Wavecrest Lanai Apartments
2028 Franciscan WayAlameda, CA 94501
2263 Pacific Ave
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2120 Clinton Ave
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2056 Encinal Ave
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South Shore
934 Shorepoint CtAlameda, CA 94501
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1105 Park Ave
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Waterfront Apartments
2051 Shoreline DrAlameda, CA 94501
1614 Lincoln Ave
AlamedaCA94501
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Star Harbor
1501 Buena Vista AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1707 36th Ave
OaklandCA94601
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Residences at Lake Merritt
1940 Webster StOakland, CA 94612
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Portico Waterfront
37 8th AveOakland, CA 94606
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Atlas
385 14th StOakland, CA 94612
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401 Derby
401 Derby AveOakland, CA 94601
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Downtown Alameda, Alameda, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Alameda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Alameda Studio Apartments | $2,393 | $1,495 | $3,956 |
| Downtown Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,975 | $1,714 | $4,629 |
| Downtown Alameda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,227 | $2,200 | $7,319 |
| Downtown Alameda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,856 | $3,190 | $6,131 |
| Downtown Alameda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,350 | $3,350 | $3,350 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Alameda Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Alameda area of Alameda, CA is a Studio unit found at Residences at Lake Merritt priced from $1,799. Boathouse Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Downtown Alameda apartments for rent in Alameda, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences at Lake Merritt | Studio E1C | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
| Boathouse Lofts | Small Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Zo | e10d | Studio,1BA | $1,907 |
| Portico Waterfront | S9 | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| Wavecrest Lanai Apartments | Upper 1 BR no balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| 401 Derby | 1BR/1BA E | 1BR,1BA | $2,309 |
| South Shore | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,336 |
| Atlas | Downtown | 1BR,1BA | $2,368 |
| The Dunes | Residence 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
| Waterfront Apartments | One Bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Alameda, CA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Alameda area is the $2.76 price per square foot Residence 3 Luxury Model at Tower Apartment Homes in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $3,377. The second greatest value Downtown Alameda apartment is the 1238 Broadway Model at 1238 Broadway, Unit B starting at $2,800 with a $2.55 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tower Apartment Homes | Residence 3 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| 1238 Broadway, Unit B | 1238 Broadway | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| 2020 San Jose Ave, Unit #A | 2020 San Jose Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Boathouse Lofts | Large Unit W/Clerestory | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Shoreline Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| The Dunes | Residence 4 | 2BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| Waterfront Apartments | Two Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| 401 Derby | 1BR/1BA E | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Wavecrest Lanai Apartments | Lower 1BR w/ patio | 1BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Residences at Lake Merritt | Studio E1A | Studio ,1BA | $3.67 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Alameda Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Alameda?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Alameda is under $2,425.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Alameda?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Alameda is Boathouse Lofts which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Downtown Alameda costs $4,554.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Alameda?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,008 regular apartments in Downtown Alameda that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Alameda?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Alameda have an average cost of $548 which is $4,006 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Alameda.
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