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Alameda, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Alameda, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Alameda, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Alameda Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West Alameda$5,995$70085
Downtown Alameda$6,150$97516

Cheapest Available Alameda Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Alameda, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Telegraph Arts in the Pill Hill neighborhood priced from $375. Claridge Hotel LLC. in the West Oakland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $815. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alameda apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Telegraph ArtsB31BR,1BA$375
Claridge Hotel LLC.Studio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$815
2375 Fruitvale AveSRO1BR,$900
LaunchS2.2 ADUStudio,1BA$1,046
3201 Beaumont Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alameda, CA

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alameda area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2335 Market St Model at 2335 Market St, Unit B in the in the West Oakland neighborhood starting from $3,995. The second greatest value Alameda apartment is the Live/Work lofts Model at Vulcan Lofts starting at $2,050 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2335 Market St, Unit B2335 Market St3BR,3BA$2.22
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio ,1BA$1.23
2909 Myrtle St, Unit 2907.52909 Myrtle St2BR,1BA$2.00
5th Street LoftsLoft CStudio ,1BA$2.03
The Blue Cap Lofts1bed 2bath1BR,2BA$2.08
1080 LoftsLoft 2Studio ,1BA$2.12
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio ,1BA$2.17
Lakeshore Gardens1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.17
840 York ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.08
Alice Court1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Alameda

What type of rentals are currently available in Alameda?

There are currently 3785 Apartments for Rent in Alameda, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $10,840. There are also 183 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alameda ranging from $700 to $7,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alameda ranges from $700 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,656.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Alameda range from $2,095 to $7,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,348 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,745.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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