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Eden Apartments
1201 B StHayward, CA 94541
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Hayward Neighborhood of Hayward, CA from $1,600 (13 Rentals)
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Coral Gardens Apartments
601-605 Sorenson RdHayward, CA 94544
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Creekwood
22294 City Center DrHayward, CA 94541
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The Dutton Apartments
25800 Industrial BlvdHayward, CA 94545
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22800 Meridian DrHayward, CA 94541
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Spring Ridge Apartments
794 Fletcher LnHayward, CA 94544
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Downtown Hayward, Hayward, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Hayward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Hayward Studio Apartments | $2,132 | $1,845 | $2,804 |
| Downtown Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $1,890 | $3,589 |
| Downtown Hayward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $2,274 | $4,222 |
| Downtown Hayward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,496 | $3,199 | $5,125 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Hayward Neighborhood of Hayward, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Hayward Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Hayward area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Eden Apartments priced from $1,695. Coral Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,890. Here are the most affordable Downtown Hayward apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Coral Gardens Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,890 |
| Creekwood | 327-stuz | Studio,1BA | $1,919 |
| The Dutton Apartments | 1 Bed Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,989 |
| City Centre | Shasta | Studio,1BA | $2,029 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Hayward, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Hayward area is the $2.75 price per square foot 2x2 B1 Model at Austin Commons in the in the Mt. Eden neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Downtown Hayward apartment is the Mission Model at Bentley Place starting at $2,413 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the South Castro Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Hayward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Commons | 2x2 B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Bentley Place | Mission | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
| Spring Ridge Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 22884 Alice Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Cadence Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom Type A | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| The Dutton Apartments | 1 Bed Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Summerwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Summerhill Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Eden Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.11 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Hayward Neighborhood in Hayward, CA
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Hayward Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Hayward?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Hayward is under $2,300.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Hayward?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Hayward is Coral Gardens Apartments which is listed at $1,890, while the average apartment in Downtown Hayward costs $4,560.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 8 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Hayward?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Hayward have an average cost of $540 which is $4,020 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Hayward.
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