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Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior)
1550 Sycamore AveHercules, CA 94547
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Vista Woods Senior
600 Roble AvePinole, CA 94564
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Bella Vista at Hilltop
3400 Richmond PkyRichmond, CA 94806
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Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affor...
3811 Lakeside DrRichmond, CA 94806
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Central, Hercules, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Studio Apartments | $2,308 | $1,700 | $3,554 |
| Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,696 | $1,850 | $4,884 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,675 | $1,888 | $7,162 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,534 | $2,840 | $6,319 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Neighborhood of Hercules, CA.
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Central, Hercules, CA Local Guide
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Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affor... priced from $1,565. Vista Woods Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Central apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affor... | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
| Vista Woods Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $1,891 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, CA
As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $2.56 price per square foot C1 Model at Bayside Apartment Homes in the in the Tara Hills neighborhood starting from $2,840. The second greatest value Central apartment is the A1C Model at The Tides starting at $2,868 with a $3.37 price per square foot in the Devon Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Bayside Apartment Homes | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| The Tides | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Aventine | 655 0B1B | Studio ,1BA | $3.46 |
| Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affor... | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| The Dylan | S2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.82 |
| The Exchange at Bayfront | S-2 ST | Studio ,1BA | $4.16 |
| Vista Woods Senior | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.72 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral, Hercules, CA
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in Hercules, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Central, Hercules, CA
Ohlone Elementary
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (452)
6 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California, including Hercules. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Central Neighborhood in Hercules, CA
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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 Central Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central is under $2,540.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central?
The cheapest apartment in Central is Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affor... which is listed at $1,565, while the average apartment in Central costs $4,201.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central?
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 13 regular apartments in Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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