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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pleasanton, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/11/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Pleasanton, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pleasanton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Avignon$4,386$2,03955

Cheapest Available Pleasanton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pleasanton, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunset Gardens Apartments in the Dublin Pleasanton Livermore neighborhood priced from $1,799. eaves Dublin in the Cottage Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,041. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pleasanton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sunset Gardens Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,799
eaves DublinA1G1BR,1BA$2,041
The Seasons ApartmentsSpring1BR,1BA$2,099
Avana Stoneridge1x11BR,1BA$2,113
eaves PleasantonA11BR,1BA$2,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pleasanton, CA

As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pleasanton area is the $2.94 price per square foot Buena Vista Model at Anton Hacienda Apartments in the in the Dublin Ranch Villages neighborhood starting from $3,675. The second greatest value Pleasanton apartment is the Plan E Model at Park Wood Apartments starting at $3,615 with a $3.22 price per square foot in the Dublin Ranch Villages neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pleasanton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Anton Hacienda ApartmentsBuena Vista3BR,2BA$2.94
Park Wood ApartmentsPlan E3BR,2BA$3.22
IMT PleasantonB22BR,2BA$3.14
Las VentanasThe Monterey2BR,1BA$2.80
Santa Maria ApartmentsGarden Style2BR,2BA$3.03
Valley Plaza VillagesPlan 1B1BR,1BA$2.88
Vercanta Pleasanton1x11BR,1BA$3.00
Del Prado Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.26
The Seasons ApartmentsAutumn1BR,1BA$3.09
Sunset Gardens Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.27

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Pleasanton Overview

There are many people who are flocking to the San Francisco Bay Region, looking for a beautiful place to live and work. As a result, Pleasanton, California has grown quickly. This is a city that is located in Alameda County, California. It is one of the wealthiest areas in the United States, and there are numerous job opportunities available. It is consistently included as one of the best cities to live in, and there are many people who are looking for apartments in Pleasanton. If you are looking for Pleasanton apartments, what do you need to know about the local area? Make sure you reach out to a professional who can help you find the right apartment to meet your needs.á

Why live in Pleasanton, CA?

There are a lot of reasons why so many people are deciding to live in Pleasanton, California. First, the area is relatively close to San Francisco and San Jose, however, the traffic is not nearly as heavy in Pleasanton as it is in San Francisco or San Jose. Second, the weather is also beautiful. The temperature is relatively constant throughout the year, and the humidity is mild. Finally, there are also a lot of job opportunities available in the local area as well. With numerous major companies building their headquarters in Pleasanton, California, there are plenty of opportunities for individuals to provide for their families with jobs that pay well.á

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Pleasanton, CA

Ranked #414

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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2.5
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Getting Around Pleasanton, CA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pleasanton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Pleasanton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pleasanton is under $2,227.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pleasanton?

The cheapest apartment in Pleasanton is Sunset Gardens Apartments which is listed at $1,799, while the average apartment in Pleasanton costs $4,386.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pleasanton?

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 3 regular apartments in Pleasanton 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 Pleasanton?

Cheap apartments in Pleasanton have an average cost of $241 which is $4,145 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pleasanton.

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