Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Leandro, CA from $600 (28 Rentals)

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Val Vista Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Val Vista Apartments

1557 165th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Parkside Apartment
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Apartment

14377 Bancroft AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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G and G Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

G and G Apartments

1461 163rd AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Hilltop Trio
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Trio

1711-1715 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Fairmont Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fairmont Manor

1560 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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132 Dutton Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

132 Dutton Ave

132 Dutton AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Preda Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Preda Apartments

165 Preda StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Montair Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montair Apartments

1545 165th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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The Grove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Grove

2600-2685 Ec Reems CtOakland, CA 94605
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21371 Garden Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21371 Garden Ave

21371 Garden AveHayward, CA 94541
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Sovereign Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sovereign Square

16215 Via ArribaSan Lorenzo, CA 94580
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Hillside Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Apartments

8603 Hillside StOakland, CA 94605
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The Grove
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Grove

763 Blossom WayHayward, CA 94541

San Leandro, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Leandro, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/27/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Leandro, 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 San Leandro Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Washington Manor Bonaire$3,600$3,4004
Ashland$3,797$1,20012

Cheapest Available San Leandro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Leandro, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakland Station Senior in the Northeast San Leandro neighborhood priced from $995. Lakeside Village in the Ashland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,543. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Leandro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakland Station Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$995
Lakeside VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,543
San Leandro Racquet ClubStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,549
Ashland Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Preda Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom (600)1BR,1BA$1,695
Shamor ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Metro ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,725
PARKWEST APARTMENTS1x11BR,1BA$1,776
Junction FlatsPLAN A1BR,1BA$1,792
San Leandro Senior LivingThe ParisStudio,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Leandro, CA

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Leandro area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2651 109th Ave Model at 2651 109th Ave, Unit Single Address in the in the Northeast San Leandro neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value San Leandro apartment is the 3Bd / 2.5Bath Townhome Model at Aurora Cottage starting at $3,500 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the West San Leandro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Leandro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2651 109th Ave, Unit Single Address2651 109th Ave3BR,2BA$1.74
Aurora Cottage3Bd / 2.5Bath Townhome3BR,2.5BA$2.53
Manchester Apartments3x13BR,1BA$2.43
Bel Mark ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.42
150 Haas Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.25
Chateau Manor Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.35
ReNew MiramonteMiramar 2x22BR,2BA$2.53
The HeightsThe Magnolia2BR,2BA$2.52
Oakland Station Senior2 Bedroom 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$1.94
Lakeside VillageStudioStudio ,1BA$2.71

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San Leandro Overview

The California state is one of the liveliest places to be in. if has so much to offer in terms of entertainment, public and private amenities, landmark features and residential options. This makes it one of the best places to live. San Leandro is one of the best places to reside in with various San Leandro apartments available.

Why live in San Leandro, CA?

A great place to live in is where you can gain access to services and other amenities easily. A place where you can conveniently access top facilities and live life to the fullest. San Leandro is one such place. The place is strategically located and is served by a diverse road network. Besides that, there are more mass transit options in the area making movement in the city easy. Other than that, there are a number of entertainment and food options for relaxation and enjoyment. Parks, hospitals, educational facilities and stores are available in plenty. The diverse population, also, make the city attractive.

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Getting Around San Leandro, CA

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Leandro Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Leandro?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Leandro is at Lakeside Village listed at $1,543.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Leandro Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Leandro Apartment is $995 at Oakland Station Senior.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Leandro Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Leandro is starting from $1,495 at Oakland Station Senior.

What is the most affordable San Leandro Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Leandro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Manchester Apartments and starts from $2,800.

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