
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ballena Bay Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,600 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ballena Bay area of Alameda.


Villa Marina Apartments

537 Central Ave

RICA VISTA

Summer House

911 Santa Clara Ave
Ballena Bay, Alameda, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ballena Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballena Bay Studio Apartments | $2,472 | $2,416 | $2,586 |
| Ballena Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,525 | $2,175 | $3,268 |
| Ballena Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,879 | $2,259 | $4,364 |
| Ballena Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,648 | $2,814 | $10,000+ |
| Ballena Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,885 | $3,885 | $3,885 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Ballena Bay Neighborhood of Alameda, CA.
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Cheapest Available Ballena Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ballena Bay area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Surfside priced from $2,121. Villa Marina Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Ballena Bay apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surfside | 1 Bed 1 Bath A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,121 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| RICA VISTA | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
| Point Alameda | B plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,275 |
| Summer House | B1D | 2BR,1BA | $2,296 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballena Bay, CA
As of November 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ballena Bay area is the $3.27 price per square foot The Park Model at South Shore in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Ballena Bay apartment is the C2A Model at Summer House starting at $3,135 with a $3.14 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ballena Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Shore | The Park | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| Summer House | C2A | 3BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| DEL CORONADO | 2 Bed/ 1.0 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| 450 Buena Vista | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| RICA VISTA | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Point Alameda | B plan | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Surfside | 1 Bed 1 Bath A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Ballena Village Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | Studio ,1BA | $4.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ballena Bay Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ballena Bay?
The cheapest apartment in Ballena Bay is Surfside which is listed at $2,121, while the average apartment in Ballena Bay costs $3,885.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ballena Bay?
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 5 regular apartments in Ballena Bay 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 Ballena Bay?
Cheap apartments in Ballena Bay have an average cost of $249 which is $3,636 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ballena Bay.
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