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2253 Central Ave
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2253 Central Ave

2253 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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The Willows
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The Willows

2101 Shoreline DrAlameda, CA 94501
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536 Pacific Ave
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536 Pacific Ave

536 Pacific AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1609 Lincoln Ave
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1609 Lincoln Ave

1609 Lincoln AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1418 cental Ave
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1418 cental Ave

1418 cental AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Santa Clara Apartments
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Santa Clara Apartments

935 Santa Clara AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1448 Caroline St
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1448 Caroline St

1448 Caroline StAlameda, CA 94501
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465 Central Ave
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465 Central Ave

465 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501

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1344 Park Ave
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1344 Park Ave

1344 Park AveAlameda, CA 94501
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647 Taylor Ave
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647 Taylor Ave

647 Taylor AveAlameda, CA 94501
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443 Central Ave
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443 Central Ave

443 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1568 Pacific Ave
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1568 Pacific Ave

1568 Pacific AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1626 Hibbard St
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1626 Hibbard St

1626 Hibbard StAlameda, CA 94501
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1726 Lincoln Ave
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1726 Lincoln Ave

1726 Lincoln AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1341 Park Ave
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1341 Park Ave

1341 Park AveAlameda, CA 94501

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Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 14, 2025

There are currently 335 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Alameda, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $800 to $9,451. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Alameda with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Alameda311$2,516$800
Downtown Alameda24$2,610$1,200

Largest Available Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Alameda, CA is found at The Blue Cap Lofts in the MacArthur Maze neighborhood and is 1,274 square feet priced from $2,650. Domain Oakland in the West Oakland neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,163 square feet and currently listed start at $2,747. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Alameda:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Blue Cap Lofts1bed 2bath1,274 Sq Ft$2,650
Domain Oakland15LA - Renovated1,163 Sq Ft$2,747
LaunchD11,131 Sq Ft$3,999
Allegro at Jack London SquareBay + Office1,120 Sq Ft$2,945
Aqua Via ApartmentsA51,100 Sq Ft$2,759
VesprA13 1 Bedroom971 Sq Ft$3,465
Oakland Heights - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom946 Sq Ft$3,550
1717 WebsterAph 1 Bedroom Penthouse940 Sq Ft$3,495
276 Adams1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment400 Sq Ft$2,045

Cheapest Available Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 14, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Alameda, CA is the SRO Model starting from $900 at 2375 Fruitvale Ave in the Patten neighborhood. The second most affordable Alameda 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at 1638 47th Avenue starting at $1,448 in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Alameda is currently $2,559. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Alameda:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
2375 Fruitvale AveSRO$900
1638 47th Avenue1 Bedroom$1,448
1929 26th Avenue1 Bed / 1 Bath$1,495
Raymond Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom$1,545
2000 Linden1 Bedroom$1,548
1828 28th Avenue1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,598
1722 27th Avenue1 Bedroom$1,648
ANDYS at 1510 Webster StreetFloor Plan 1$1,650
ArtHaus Oakbrook1 Bedroom 1 Bath$1,698

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Alameda Overview

Alameda County is dazzling beauty at the heart of California on Alameda Island. Formerly a peninsula off the modern day Oakland, Alameda is a city of beaches and bays. The location and nature of the terrain are favorable for creating a conducive living environment. Therefore, having an apartment here exposes you to several recreational facilities in a city rich in history.

Why live in Alameda, CA?

Alameda is a lovely city full of bays and waterways that consolidate other means of transportation making it easy to access from land, air, and water. The Mediterranean climate is an added advantage if you love fun in the sun. Stretches of coastline add value if you wish to have a taste of coastal lifestyle. Being a windy bay, Alameda offers all kinds of sports including windsurfing, kiteboarding, and sailing. In Alameda, you can as well enjoy some recreational facilities such as clean parks, leisure clubs, well established educational facilities, state of the art health services, bars, and clubs and movie theatres.

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Getting Around Alameda, CA

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

46 / 100

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A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Alameda Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Alameda with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Alameda is at 2375 Fruitvale Ave listed at $900.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Alameda Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Alameda is $2,559.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Alameda Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Alameda is a 1,274 square feet unit starting from $2,650 at The Blue Cap Lofts.

What is the average size for Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Alameda is currently 782 sq ft.

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