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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alameda, CA from $500 (62 Rentals)
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$765 - $1,798Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Claridge Apartments
634 15th StOakland, CA 94612
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2375 Fruitvale Ave
2375 Fruitvale AveOakland, CA 94601
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$1,198 - $2,488Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
ArtHaus Ninth
685 9th StOakland, CA 94607
2318 9th Ave
OaklandCA94606
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2775-2777 E 21st St
OaklandCA94601
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$1,328 - $1,348Studio Apartments Available Now
ArtHaus Chestnut
2432 Chestnut StOakland, CA 94607
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$1,390 - $8,939Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1900 Broadway
1950 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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Raymond Apartments
1461 Alice StOakland, CA 94612
1847 E 25th St
OaklandCA94606
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1929 26th Avenue
1929 26th AveOakland, CA 94601
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ArtHaus Brush
1925 Brush StOakland, CA 94612
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Lenox Avenue Apartments
377 Lenox AveOakland, CA 94610
2920 Filbert St
OaklandCA94608
1704 10th Ave
OaklandCA94606
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1231 Campbell St
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1468-1474 MacArthur Blvd
OaklandCA94602
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
2044 International Blvd - Sunny Studios
2042-2046 International BlvdOakland, CA 94606
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2621-2627 Martin Luther King Jr Way
2621-2627 Martin Luther King Jr WayOakland, CA 94612
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Alameda, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alameda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Alameda Studio Apartments | $2,149 | $765 | $5,228 |
| Cheap Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,593 | $800 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Alameda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,332 | $1,749 | $7,655 |
| Cheap Alameda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $1,895 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Alameda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,001 | $1,390 | $10,000+ |
| Alameda 5 Bedroom Apartments | $14,847 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Alameda, CA
Pricing Updated: 12/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Alameda, 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 Alameda Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Alameda | $3,375 | $2,400 | 9 |
| West Alameda | $6,595 | $1,200 | 47 |
Cheapest Available Alameda Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Alameda, CA is a Studio unit found at Claridge Apartments in the West Oakland neighborhood priced from $765. 2375 Fruitvale Ave in the Patten neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alameda apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claridge Apartments | Studio / 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| 2375 Fruitvale Ave | SRO | 1BR, | $900 |
| ArtHaus Ninth | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,198 |
| 3201 Beaumont Ave. | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| 14th Ave Apartments, LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| ArtHaus Northgate | A | Studio,1BA | $1,298 |
| Nook on Valdez | FLOOR PLAN E | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| ArtHaus Chestnut | B | Studio,1BA | $1,328 |
| ArtHaus Grand | B | Studio,1BA | $1,348 |
| ArtHaus Mandela | D | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alameda, CA
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alameda area is the $1.52 price per square foot 1910 Union St Model at 1910 Union St, Unit Unit A 4bd 2bath 1 office in the in the Bronze Coast neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Alameda apartment is the Live/Work lofts Model at Vulcan Lofts starting at $2,050 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1910 Union St, Unit Unit A 4bd 2bath 1 office | 1910 Union St | 4BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Vulcan Lofts | Live/Work lofts | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
| 2606 Harrison St | 2606 Harrison St | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 5th Street Lofts | Loft C | Studio ,1BA | $2.03 |
| 2701 High Street | 3Bedroom/2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| 152 International Boulevard, Unit B | 152 International Boulevard | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Exchange Studios | Flat A | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| 276 Adams | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 1080 Lofts | Loft 1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
| Alice Court | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alameda Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alameda?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alameda is at Claridge Apartments listed at $765.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alameda Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alameda Apartment is $900 at 2375 Fruitvale Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alameda Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alameda is starting from $1,749 at 3024 Fruitvale Ave.
What is the most affordable Alameda Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alameda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3024 Fruitvale Ave and starts from $1,995.
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