Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,300 (6 Rentals)

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Park Regent
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Regent

2110 Santa Clara 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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1707 36th Ave

OaklandCA94601
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High Street Studios
Studio Apartments

High Street Studios

4001 San Leandro StOakland, CA 94601
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Downtown Alameda, Alameda, CA Local Guide

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 3301 E 12th St priced from $2,200. 401 Derby has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,309. Here are the most affordable Downtown Alameda apartments for rent in Alameda, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3301 E 12th St1bdrm loft1BR,1BA$2,200
401 Derby1BR/1BA E1BR,1BA$2,309
3030 Chapman - PE Gallot2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$2,645

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Alameda, CA

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Alameda area is the $5.19 price per square foot D3 Model at Launch in the in the Bronze Coast neighborhood starting from $6,800. The second greatest value Downtown Alameda apartment is the 1bdrm loft Model at 3301 E 12th St starting at $2,200 with a $2.57 price per square foot in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
LaunchD31BR,1.5BA$5.19
3301 E 12th St1bdrm loft1BR,1.5BA$2.57
3030 Chapman - PE Gallot2 bed 2 bath2BR,2BA$3.13
1815 Broadway, Unit B1815 Broadway1BR,1BA$2.81
401 Derby1BR/1BA E1BR,1BA$3.64
2510 Central2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$4.61

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Alameda, Alameda, CA

Ranked #8

Among neighborhoods in Alameda, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Getting Around the Downtown Alameda Neighborhood in Alameda, CA

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

85 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Alameda Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Alameda Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Alameda Apartment is $2,200 at 3301 E 12th St.

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 $2,500 at 3301 E 12th St.

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