22565 Norwood Dr
HaywardCA94541
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairview Neighborhood of Hayward, CA from $800 (14 Rentals)
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1258 Tiegen Dr
HaywardCA94542
1256 Tiegen Dr
HaywardCA94542
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The Majestic Apartments
959 Torrano AveHayward, CA 94542
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University Village
25400 Carlos Bee BlvdHayward, CA 94542
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550 Berry AveHayward, CA 94544
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2344 D St
HaywardCA94541
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from $1,795Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Town House Plaza
2511 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Fairview, Hayward, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview Studio Apartments | $2,131 | $1,100 | $2,804 |
| Fairview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,310 | $810 | $3,589 |
| Fairview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,082 | $2,003 | $4,222 |
| Fairview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,805 | $1,300 | $5,125 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairview Neighborhood of Hayward, CA.
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Cheapest Available Fairview Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairview area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Majestic Apartments priced from $1,386. University Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Fairview apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Majestic Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,386 |
| University Village | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Coral Gardens Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,901 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| City View | 1 Bed 1 Bath (A) | 1BR,1BA | $2,004 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairview, CA
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairview area is the $2.75 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Town Home Model at Town House Plaza in the in the Hayward Highland neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Fairview apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at The Brook on Center starting at $2,595 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the South Castro Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town House Plaza | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Town Home | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.75 |
| The Brook on Center | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Kelly Green Apartments | 2x1.5 upstairs | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.46 |
| Sunhill Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Walnut Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Amador Village | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Hillcrest Apartment Homes | Crest | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| The Majestic Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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This website compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Hayward. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Fairview Neighborhood in Hayward, CA
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
19 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
9 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairview Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Fairview?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fairview is under $2,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fairview?
The cheapest apartment in Fairview is The Majestic Apartments which is listed at $1,386, while the average apartment in Fairview costs $4,244.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fairview?
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 Fairview 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 Fairview?
Cheap apartments in Fairview have an average cost of $538 which is $3,706 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fairview.
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