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1826 Poggi StAlameda, CA 94501
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335 Tideway DrAlameda, CA 94501
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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 | $2,783 | $2,442 | $3,057 |
| Ballena Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $1,985 | $3,569 |
| Ballena Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,921 | $1,919 | $4,620 |
| Ballena Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,122 | $2,514 | $10,000+ |
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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 450 Buena Vista priced from $1,995. Marine View Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable Ballena Bay apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 450 Buena Vista | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Marine View Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Point Alameda | B plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Bay Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ballena Bay, CA
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ballena Bay area is the $3.33 price per square foot 2 Bed/ 1.0 Bath Model at ArtHaus Central in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $2,998. The second greatest value Ballena Bay apartment is the B1C Model at Summer House starting at $2,390 with a $2.83 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. |
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| ArtHaus Central | 2 Bed/ 1.0 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Summer House | B1C | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Ballena Village Apartment Homes | Residence 2J Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| 450 Buena Vista | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Marine View Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Point Alameda | B plan | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Villa Marina Apartments | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| South Shore | The Posey | Studio ,1BA | $4.83 |
| Bay Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ballena Bay Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ballena Bay Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ballena Bay Apartment is $1,995 at 450 Buena Vista.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ballena Bay is starting from $2,342 at Summer House.
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