Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,200 (20 Rentals)
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1236 Sherman St

2318 Santa Clara Ave

1214 Chestnut St

Shoreline Apartments

Park Regent Apartments
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1173 Park Ave E

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401 Derby

2044 International Blvd - Sunny Studios
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Alameda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Alameda Studio Apartments | $2,806 | $1,895 | $5,051 |
| Central Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,014 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
| Central Alameda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,441 | $2,120 | $5,145 |
| Central Alameda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,325 | $3,200 | $3,500 |
| Central Alameda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,816 | $4,600 | $5,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Alameda Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Alameda area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Shoreline Apartments priced from $1,895. Park Regent Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,909. Here are the most affordable Central Alameda apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreline Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| Park Regent Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,909 |
| 1080 Lofts | Loft 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| Exchange Studios | Flat A | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| 401 Derby | 1BR/1BA E | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Alameda, CA
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central 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 Central Alameda apartment is the Flat A Model at Exchange Studios starting at $2,150 with a $2.17 price per square foot in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central 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 |
| Exchange Studios | Flat A | Studio ,1BA | $2.17 |
| 1080 Lofts | Loft 1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
| Central and Grand Apartments | Two Bedroom - Plan 1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 1534 Benton St, Unit B | 1534 Benton St | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Park Regent Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 2510 Central | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| 401 Derby | 1BR/1BA E | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| 1402 High St, Unit A | 1402 High St | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| 1402 High St, Unit B | 1402 High St | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Alameda Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Alameda?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Alameda is at Shoreline Apartments listed at $1,895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Alameda Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Alameda Apartment is $1,909 at Park Regent Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Alameda Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Alameda is starting from $2,120 at Park Regent Apartments.
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