Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $2,300 (6 Rentals)

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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 1080 Lofts priced from $1,925. Exchange Studios has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here are the most affordable Central Alameda apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1080 LoftsLoft 1Studio,1BA$1,925
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio,1BA$2,150
401 Derby1BR/1BA E1BR,1BA$2,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Alameda, CA

As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Alameda area is the $2.17 price per square foot Flat A Model at Exchange Studios in the in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Central Alameda apartment is the 2BR/1BA Model at Shoreline Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio ,1BA$2.17
Shoreline Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$3.05
1080 LoftsLoft 1Studio ,1BA$2.08
Central and Grand ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - Plan 12BR,1BA$3.19
1607 Santa Clara Ave1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$3.56
1534 Benton St, Unit B1534 Benton St1BR,1BA$2.93
2510 Central1 Bedroom 1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$3.49
Wavecrest Lanai ApartmentsUpper 2 BR w/ Balcony2BR,1BA$3.77
401 Derby1BR/1BA E1BR,1BA$3.46
1524 Bay St, Unit #B1524 Bay St2BR,1BA$3.63

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Alameda

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Alameda?

There are currently 638 Apartments for Rent in Central Alameda, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $5,704. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Alameda ranging from $2,300 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Alameda?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Alameda ranges from $2,300 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,715.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Alameda?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Alameda range from $3,200 to $4,700, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,995 to $5,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,600.

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