Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hayward, CA from $800 (31 Rentals)

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Harris Court
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harris Court

742 Harris CtHayward, CA 94544

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Huntwood Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Huntwood Commons

27901 Huntwood AveHayward, CA 94544
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Leisure Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Leisure Terrace

1638 E StHayward, CA 94541
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21371 Garden Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21371 Garden Ave

21371 Garden AveHayward, CA 94541
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Fletcher Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fletcher Heights

920 Fletcher LnHayward, CA 94544
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Riverside Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Terrace

1754 B StHayward, CA 94541
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Fletcher Towers
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fletcher Towers

781 Fletcher LnHayward, CA 94544

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763 Blossom Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

763 Blossom Way

763 Blossom WayHayward, CA 94541
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Los Robles
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Los Robles

32300 Almaden BlvdUnion City, CA 94587
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Val Vista Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Val Vista Apartments

1557 165th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Sovereign Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sovereign Square

16215 Via ArribaSan Lorenzo, CA 94580
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G and G Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

G and G Apartments

1461 163rd AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Hilltop Trio
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Trio

1711-1715 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Fairmont Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fairmont Manor

1560 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Montair Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montair Apartments

1545 165th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Hayward, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hayward, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hayward, CA area range in price from $800 to $6,013 with an overall median price of $4,259. The three Hayward neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Tennyson Alquire at $1,855, Harder Tennyson at $1,698, and Whitman Wocine at $1,698. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hayward Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Tennyson Alquire$3,449$1,85532
Harder Tennyson$4,244$1,698120
Whitman Wocine$4,271$1,698116
Upper B Street$4,402$800126
Longwood Winton Grove$4,560$1,890114
East Outer Fremont$4,630$1,198138

Cheapest Available Hayward Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hayward, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Majestic Apartments in the Hayward Highland neighborhood priced from $1,386. Lakeside Village in the Ashland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,543. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hayward apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Majestic Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,386
Lakeside VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,543
Ashland Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
Eden ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,695
Solis Garden ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,698
Shamor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,795
The Palms (04/25)One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,799
Solaris Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,810
Bon Tanna ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,855
Coral Gardens Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayward, CA

As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hayward area is the $2.55 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Eden Terrace in the in the South Castro Valley neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Hayward apartment is the 2 Bed/ 2Bath Model at Lund Garden Apartments starting at $2,395 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Mt. Eden neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hayward apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Eden Terrace2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.55
Lund Garden Apartments2 Bed/ 2Bath2BR,2BA$2.40
Chateau Manor Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.35
Bentley PlaceMission2BR,2BA$2.60
Kelly Green Apartments2x1.5 upstairs2BR,1.5BA$2.46
Sunhill Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.53
Walnut Hills Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.53
Ridgecrest Apartments1 Bed - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.60
22884 Alice Street2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.64
The Majestic Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.22

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Hayward Overview

Hayward is characterized with picturesque surroundings and the breathtaking spaces making it the perfect city to call home. With one of the most comfortable weather conditions throughout the year, getting an apartment in Hayward will make for a unique living. This is one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse areas in California and has the best education facilities and social services one could ever wish for.

Why live in Hayward, CA?

There are a number of reasons why choosing apartments in Hayward and living here is a great idea. The cost of living and rent for apartments is significantly lower that the California average. The city also has safe and well-planned neighborhoods that make it a suitable place for raising a family. The vibrant commerce and manufacturing activities in the city have led to low unemployment levels in the Bay area. The transport system is well-organized, and the social amenities are adequate for the entire population of the city.

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Getting Around Hayward, CA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hayward Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Hayward?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hayward is under $1,890.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hayward?

The cheapest apartment in Hayward is The Majestic Apartments which is listed at $1,386, while the average apartment in Hayward costs $4,259.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hayward?

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 18 regular apartments in Hayward 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 Hayward?

Cheap apartments in Hayward have an average cost of $577 which is $3,682 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hayward.

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