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Lakeside Village
4170 Springlake DrSan Leandro, CA 94578
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77-85 Estabrook StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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14400 E 14th StSan Leandro, CA 94578
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San Leandro Racquet Club
2600 San Leandro BlvdSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Summerhill Terrace
15267 Hesperian BlvdSan Leandro, CA 94578
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2795 San Leandro BlvdSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Parkside Commons
900 143rd AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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888 Davis StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Lower Bal, San Leandro, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Bal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Bal Studio Apartments | $1,748 | $1,543 | $2,585 |
| Lower Bal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,312 | $1,641 | $3,068 |
| Lower Bal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,982 | $1,951 | $4,998 |
| Lower Bal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,547 | $4,314 | $4,780 |
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Cheapest Available Lower Bal Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Bal area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Lakeside Village priced from $1,543. San Leandro Racquet Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,549. Here are the most affordable Lower Bal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,543 |
| San Leandro Racquet Club | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
| Metro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| PARKWEST APARTMENTS | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,776 |
| Woodchase Apartment Homes | Woodchase Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Bal, CA
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Bal area is the $2.95 price per square foot 2X1 Model at Hesperian Townhomes in the in the Ashland neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Lower Bal apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Summerwood starting at $2,545 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Mt. Eden neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Bal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hesperian Townhomes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Summerwood | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| GATEWAY APARTMENTS | 1x1 A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| PARKWEST APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Lincoln Landing Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.59 |
| Summerhill Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| WOODSIDE | C - 1X1 609 | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Metro Park Apartment Homes | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Lakeside Village | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
| San Leandro Racquet Club | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $2.95 |
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Getting Around the Lower Bal Neighborhood in San Leandro, CA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Bal Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lower Bal?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Bal is under $2,235.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Bal?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Bal is PARKWEST APARTMENTS which is listed at $1,776, while the average apartment in Lower Bal costs $4,572.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Bal?
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 115 regular apartments in Lower Bal 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 Lower Bal?
Cheap apartments in Lower Bal have an average cost of $479 which is $4,093 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lower Bal.
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