
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,500 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Alameda area of Alameda.


2026 Clinton Ave

1526 Everett St

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2310 Pacific Ave

1214 Chestnut St

2253 Central Ave
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2234 Santa Clara Ave

Park Regent Apartments

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2232 Clinton Avenue, Unit B

1724 Lincoln Ave

1724 Lincoln Ave

2228 Lincoln Ave
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1312 Chestnut St

Alameda 2235 LLC

2060 San Antonio

3030 Chapman - PE Gallot

401 Derby

3301 E 12th St
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3619-3619 San Leandro St

Station Haus

Palm Haus

Alfred Apartments

High Street Studios

Boathouse Lofts
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Fruitvale Transit Village

Fruitvale Haus
Downtown Alameda, Alameda, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Alameda?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Alameda Studio Apartments | $2,201 | $1,750 | $2,948 |
| Downtown Alameda 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,692 | $1,395 | $4,013 |
| Downtown Alameda 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,446 | $2,250 | $6,576 |
| Downtown Alameda 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,681 | $3,300 | $4,295 |
| Downtown Alameda 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,397 | $4,195 | $4,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Alameda Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Alameda area of Alameda, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Station Haus priced from $1,738. 3030 Chapman - PE Gallot has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,855. Here are the most affordable Downtown Alameda apartments for rent in Alameda, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Haus | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,738 |
| 3030 Chapman - PE Gallot | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,855 |
| 401 Derby | 1BR/1BA E | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| 3301 E 12th St | 1bdrm loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Fruitvale Haus | Floor Plan C 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,260 |
| Exchange Studios | Flat A | Studio,1BA | $2,365 |
| Tower Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,714 |
| Launch | S2.1 | Studio,1BA | $2,923 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Alameda, CA
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Alameda area is the $2.15 price per square foot 2073 Clinton Ave Model at 2073 Clinton Ave, Unit 2071 in the in the South Shore neighborhood starting from $4,195. The second greatest value Downtown Alameda apartment is the 911 Willow St Model at 911 Willow St, Unit Gold Coast Gem starting at $4,295 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2073 Clinton Ave, Unit 2071 | 2073 Clinton Ave | 4BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| 911 Willow St, Unit Gold Coast Gem | 911 Willow St | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Fruitvale Haus | Floor Plan G 3BR 1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.45 |
| Exchange Studios | Flat A | Studio ,1BA | $2.39 |
| 3301 E 12th St | 1bdrm loft | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.57 |
| Tower Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 401 Derby | 1BR/1BA E | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Station Haus | Floor Plan B 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 3030 Chapman - PE Gallot | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
| 2232 Clinton Avenue, Unit B | 2232 Clinton Avenue | 1BR,1BA | $4.89 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Alameda Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Alameda?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Alameda is at 3030 Chapman - PE Gallot listed at $1,855.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Alameda Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Alameda Apartment is $1,738 at Station Haus.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Alameda Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Alameda is starting from $2,260 at Fruitvale Haus.
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