Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $700 (178 Rentals)

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Surfside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Surfside

434 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Santa Clara Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Clara Apartments

935 Santa Clara AveAlameda, CA 94501
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Alameda Park Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alameda Park Apartments

547-549 Buena Vista AveAlameda, CA 94501
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1429 Grand St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1429 Grand St

1429 Grand StAlameda, CA 94501
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Alameda 2235 LLC
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alameda 2235 LLC

2235 Lincoln AveAlameda, CA 94501
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2060 San Antonio
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2060 San Antonio

2253 Central AveAlameda, CA 94501
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450 Buena Vista
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

450 Buena Vista

430-450 Buena Vista AveAlameda, CA 94501

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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West Alameda, Alameda, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Alameda Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Alameda area of Alameda, CA is a Studio unit found at Claridge Hotel LP. priced from $895. Nook on Valdez has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,230. Here are the most affordable West Alameda apartments for rent in Alameda, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Claridge Hotel LP.SROStudio,$895
Nook on ValdezFLOOR PLAN AStudio,1BA$1,230
La PeraltaSRO with BathStudio,1BA$1,245
ArtHaus LindenFloor Plan C Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,284
3201 Beaumont Ave.0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,350
Oak VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,358
Raymond Investments LLC.StudioStudio,1BA$1,445
ArtHaus NinthFloor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,488
Vue De Lac ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,495
530 24th Street0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Alameda, CA

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Alameda area is the $1.36 price per square foot 1910 Union St Model at 1910 Union St, Unit 3bd 2bath 2 multi use in the in the Bronze Coast neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value West Alameda apartment is the 2073 Clinton Ave Model at 2073 Clinton Ave, Unit 2071 starting at $4,195 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the South Shore neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Alameda apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1910 Union St, Unit 3bd 2bath 2 multi use1910 Union St3BR,2BA$1.36
2073 Clinton Ave, Unit 20712073 Clinton Ave4BR,2BA$2.15
911 Willow St, Unit Gold Coast Gem911 Willow St3BR,2BA$2.39
1080 LoftsLoft 4Studio ,1BA$1.31
1914 6th Ave, Unit #21914 6th Ave2BR,1BA$1.67
5th Street LoftsLoft CStudio ,1BA$2.05
731 Willow St731 Willow St4BR,2BA$2.40
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio ,1BA$2.39
Alice Court1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.33
The Chase Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.35

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including West Alameda, Alameda, and the greater Alameda area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Alameda Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Alameda?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Alameda is under $1,495.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Alameda?

The cheapest apartment in West Alameda is Oak Village which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in West Alameda costs $4,889.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Alameda?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 45 regular apartments in West Alameda that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Alameda?

Cheap apartments in West Alameda have an average cost of $403 which is $4,486 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Alameda.

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