Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Clara Neighborhood of Hayward, CA from $1,500 (10 Rentals)

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Timbers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Timbers

25200 Santa Clara StHayward, CA 94544

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Santa Clara, Hayward, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santa Clara Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Clara area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Solaris Apartments priced from $1,810. The Mark has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here are the most affordable Santa Clara apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Solaris Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,810
The Mark1x1 S Econ1BR,1BA$1,875
Jackson Flats1x1 classic 11BR,1BA$1,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Clara area is the $2.68 price per square foot 2x2 B1 Model at Austin Commons in the in the Mt. Eden neighborhood starting from $2,680. The second greatest value Santa Clara apartment is the 2 Bed Renovated Model at The Dutton Apartments starting at $2,678 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the Mt. Eden neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Clara apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Austin Commons2x2 B12BR,2BA$2.68
The Dutton Apartments2 Bed Renovated2BR,2BA$2.85
Summerwood2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.10
Cadence ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.43
Andina Apartments1 Bedroom Type A1BR,1BA$3.17
Jackson Flats1x1 reno 21BR,1BA$2.88
Lincoln Landing ApartmentsS1Studio ,1BA$3.59
Solaris Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.87
Summerhill Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.24
TimbersSTUDIOStudio ,1BA$3.73

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Santa Clara, Hayward, CA

Ranked #21

Among neighborhoods in Hayward, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Hayward. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Santa Clara Neighborhood in Hayward, CA

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Clara Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Clara?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Clara is at Timbers listed at $1,956.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment is $1,810 at Solaris Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Clara is starting from $2,195 at Solaris Apartments.

What is the most affordable Santa Clara Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Santa Clara Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Mark and starts from $3,270.

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