Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bay Farm Island Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,900 (77 Rentals)

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The Willows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Willows

2101 ShorelineAlameda, CA 94501
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1160 Regent St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1160 Regent St

1160 Regent StAlameda, CA 94501
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2305 San Jose Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2305 San Jose Ave

2305 San Jose AveAlameda, CA 94501
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840-842 Cedar St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

840-842 Cedar St

840-842 Cedar StAlameda, CA 94501
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2215 San Jose Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2215 San Jose Ave

2215 San Jose AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2150 Clinton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2150 Clinton Ave

2150 Clinton AveAlameda, CA 94501

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2232 Clinton Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2232 Clinton Ave

2232 Clinton AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Shoreview East
2 Bedroom Apartments

Shoreview East

1001 Shoreline DrAlameda, CA 94501
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2129 Clinton Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2129 Clinton Ave

2129 Clinton AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2114 Clinton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2114 Clinton Ave

2114 Clinton AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2156 Clinton Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2156 Clinton Ave

2156 Clinton AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2217 Otis Dr
Studio Apartments

2217 Otis Dr

2217 Otis DrAlameda, CA 94501
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1111 Regent St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1111 Regent St

1111 Regent StAlameda, CA 94501

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Sea Breeze
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Breeze

325 Kitty Hawk RdAlameda, CA 94501
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838 Cedar St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

838 Cedar St

838 Cedar StAlameda, CA 94501
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2251 Clinton Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2251 Clinton Ave

2251 Clinton AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1179 Park Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1179 Park Ave

1179 Park AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1354 Pearl St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1354 Pearl St

1354 Pearl StAlameda, CA 94501
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1152 Regent St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1152 Regent St

1152 Regent StAlameda, CA 94501
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1045 Regent St
Studio Apartments

1045 Regent St

1045 Regent StAlameda, CA 94501
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1226 Regent St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1226 Regent St

1226 Regent StAlameda, CA 94501
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1152 Versailles Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1152 Versailles Ave

1152 Versailles AveAlameda, CA 94501
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3275 Central Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3275 Central Ave

3275 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501

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1174 Park Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1174 Park Ave

1174 Park AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1239 Park Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1239 Park Ave

1239 Park AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2133 Clinton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2133 Clinton Ave

2133 Clinton AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1106-1108 Park St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1106-1108 Park St

1106-1108 Park StAlameda, CA 94501
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2301 San Antonio Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2301 San Antonio Ave

2301 San Antonio AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2241 San Jose Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2241 San Jose Ave

2241 San Jose AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1173 Park Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1173 Park Ave

1173 Park AveAlameda, CA 94501

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1033 Regent St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1033 Regent St

1033 Regent StAlameda, CA 94501
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3226 Encinal Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3226 Encinal Ave

3226 Encinal AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2264 San Jose Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2264 San Jose Ave

2264 San Jose AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1140 E Regent St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1140 E Regent St

1140 E Regent StAlameda, CA 94501
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1117 Park Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1117 Park Ave

1117 Park AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2242 San Jose Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2242 San Jose Ave

2242 San Jose AveAlameda, CA 94501
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3363 Fernside Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3363 Fernside Blvd

3363 Fernside BlvdAlameda, CA 94501
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3214 Central Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3214 Central Ave

3214 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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3229 Central Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3229 Central Ave

3229 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Bay Farm Island, Alameda, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bay Farm Island Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bay Farm Island area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Surfside Palms Apartments priced from $2,600. Shoreline Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,895. Here are the most affordable Bay Farm Island apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Surfside Palms Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2,600
Shoreline Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2,895
Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$3,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay Farm Island, CA

As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bay Farm Island area is the $3.20 price per square foot 2BD/2BA Model at Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $3,395. The second greatest value Bay Farm Island apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Shoreline Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay Farm Island apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$3.20
Shoreline Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$2.76
Surfside Palms Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.08

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bay Farm Island, Alameda, CA

Ranked #7

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bay Farm Island Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bay Farm Island Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bay Farm Island is starting from $2,600 at Surfside Palms Apartments.

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