Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bronze Coast Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,200 (26 Rentals)

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1443 Stanton St

AlamedaCA94501
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1431 Stanton St

AlamedaCA94501

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Santa Clara Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Clara Apartments

935 Santa Clara AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Park Regent
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Regent

2110 Santa Clara AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Alameda 2235 LLC
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alameda 2235 LLC

2235 Lincoln AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2253 Central Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2253 Central Ave

2253 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2510 Central
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2510 Central

2510 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501

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Bronze Coast, Alameda, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bronze Coast Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bronze Coast area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Shoreline Apartments priced from $1,895. Exchange Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here are the most affordable Bronze Coast apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shoreline ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio,1BA$2,150
2510 Central1 Studio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$2,195
Wavecrest Lanai ApartmentsLower 1BR w/ patio1BR,1BA$2,250
1551 Saint Charles St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,300
1607 Santa Clara Ave1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$2,495
Surfside Palms Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2,650
Waterfront ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$2,775
Star HarborA11BR,1BA$2,843

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bronze Coast, CA

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bronze Coast area is the $2.95 price per square foot Residence 3 Luxury Model at Tower Apartment Homes in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $3,608. The second greatest value Bronze Coast apartment is the The Bay Model at South Shore starting at $4,039 with a $3.61 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bronze Coast apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tower Apartment HomesResidence 3 Luxury2BR,2BA$2.95
South ShoreThe Bay2BR,2BA$3.61
Synergy @ 2019 Shoreline Apartments2BD/2BA2BR,2BA$3.20
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio ,1BA$2.17
Surfside Palms Apartments2x12BR,1BA$3.12
1825 Clinton Ave, Unit D1825 Clinton Ave1BR,1BA$2.81
Waterfront ApartmentsTwo Bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.47
1607 Santa Clara Ave1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$3.56
1551 Saint Charles St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.29
Wavecrest Lanai ApartmentsLower 1BR w/ patio1BR,1BA$4.09

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bronze Coast, Alameda, CA

Ranked #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Bronze Coast Neighborhood in Alameda, CA

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

49 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bronze Coast Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bronze Coast?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bronze Coast is at Shoreline Apartments listed at $1,895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bronze Coast Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bronze Coast Apartment is $2,250 at Wavecrest Lanai Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bronze Coast Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bronze Coast is starting from $2,450 at Wavecrest Lanai Apartments.

What is the most affordable Bronze Coast Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Bronze Coast Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Star Harbor and starts from $5,130.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Trey Huguley

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