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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southgate Neighborhood of Hayward, CA from $900 (14 Rentals)
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Park Place Apartments
25401 Cypress AveHayward, CA 94544
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Solaris Apartments
24661-24667 Amador StHayward, CA 94544
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Summit Apartments
25190 Cypress AveHayward, CA 94544
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Jackson Flats
24900 Santa Clara StHayward, CA 94544
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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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Southgate, Hayward, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southgate?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate Studio Apartments | $2,359 | $1,919 | $2,804 |
| Southgate 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,354 | $945 | $3,567 |
| Southgate 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,142 | $2,195 | $4,222 |
| Southgate 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,495 | $3,270 | $5,125 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southgate Neighborhood of Hayward, CA.
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Cheapest Available Southgate Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southgate area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Place Apartments priced from $1,795. Solaris Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,810. Here are the most affordable Southgate apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Solaris Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,810 |
| Aloha | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Jackson Flats | 1x1 classic 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Coral Gardens Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,901 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southgate, CA
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southgate 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 Southgate apartment is the Magnolia Model at Amador Village starting at $2,339 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the Mt. Eden neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southgate apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Legacy at Hayward | C02 | 3BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Amador Village | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom Type A | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| The Dutton Apartments | The Dumbarton | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Austin Commons | 1x1 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Jackson Flats | 1x1 classic 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Summerwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Solaris Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Aloha | 1 BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Southgate Neighborhood in Hayward, CA
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
44 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southgate Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southgate?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southgate is under $2,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southgate?
The cheapest apartment in Southgate is Park Place Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Southgate costs $4,560.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southgate?
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 7 regular apartments in Southgate 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 Southgate?
Cheap apartments in Southgate have an average cost of $670 which is $3,890 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southgate.
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