
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Downtown Neighborhood of Fremont, CA from $1,800 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Downtown area of Fremont.


The Woods

Hastings Terrace

Lincoln Glen

Coronado

Woodcreek Apartments

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Koda on Fremont
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Central Downtown, Fremont, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Downtown Studio Apartments | $3,088 | $1,902 | $4,370 |
Central Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,149 | $1,850 | $5,485 |
Central Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,950 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
Central Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,416 | $3,335 | $5,901 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Downtown Neighborhood of Fremont, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Downtown area of Fremont, CA is a Studio unit found at The Woods priced from $1,902. Parkway Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,977. Here are the most affordable Central Downtown apartments for rent in Fremont, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Woods | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,902 |
Parkway Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,977 |
Hastings Terrace | Jr 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
Lincoln Glen | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2,112 |
Coronado | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Downtown, CA
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Downtown area is the $2.42 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Cambridge Court Townhomes in the in the Mission San Jose neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Central Downtown apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at Parc 88 by Trion Living starting at $3,350 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the Central Downtown Fremont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cambridge Court Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Parc 88 by Trion Living | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.05 |
Mission Peaks | Santa Barbara | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
Pebble Creek Communities | Emerald Bay | 2BR,1BA | $2.87 |
Bidwell Park Fremont | The Birchwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
Watermark Place | Aegean | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
Alborada | Hayden | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
Koda on Fremont | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Parkview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Mission Peaks II | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Central Downtown, Fremont, and the greater Fremont area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Central Downtown Neighborhood in Fremont, CA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Downtown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Downtown is at The Woods listed at $1,902.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Downtown Apartment is $1,977 at Parkway Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Downtown is starting from $2,460 at Hastings Terrace.
What is the most affordable Central Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parc 88 by Trion Living and starts from $3,350.
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