Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Clara Neighborhood of Hayward, CA from $1,600 (14 Rentals)

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Aloha
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aloha

250 W Jackson StHayward, CA 94544
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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. Jackson Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. 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
Jackson Flats1x1 classic 11BR,1BA$1,900
Coral Gardens Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,901
TimbersSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,973
Summerhill Terrace1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,042

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA

As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Clara area is the $3.09 price per square foot C02 Model at Legacy at Hayward in the in the Hayward Highland neighborhood starting from $5,125. The second greatest value Santa Clara apartment is the Magnolia Model at Amador Village starting at $2,394 with a $2.74 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.
Legacy at HaywardC023BR,2BA$3.09
Amador VillageMagnolia1BR,1BA$2.74
Aloha2 BEDROOM2BR,1BA$2.97
22884 Alice Street2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.64
Andina Apartments1 Bedroom Type A1BR,1BA$3.17
The Dutton ApartmentsThe Dumbarton1BR,1BA$3.19
Austin Commons1x1 A11BR,1BA$3.14
Jackson Flats1x1 classic 11BR,1BA$2.81
Summerwood1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.17
Solaris Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.87

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Santa Clara, Hayward, CA

Ranked #18

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 $1,973.

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 $2,100 at 22884 Alice Street.

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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