Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Alameda Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $700 (127 Rentals)

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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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property at 1234 Union St

$850

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$850
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1234 Union St

OaklandCA94607

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property at 321 Athol Ave

$1,780

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321 Athol Ave
OaklandCA94606
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1900 Broadway
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$1,802 - $7,072
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Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

1900 Broadway

1950 BroadwayOakland, CA 94612
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property at 626 8th St

$1,895

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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626 8th St, Unit #3

626 8th St
OaklandCA94607

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Hillcastle Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Hillcastle Apartments

1431 Jackson StOakland, CA 94612
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715 Peralta St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

715 Peralta St

715 Peralta StOakland, CA 94607
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ArtHaus Linden
Studio Apartments

ArtHaus Linden

1054 18th StOakland, CA 94607
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Ivy Haus
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy Haus

1844 7th AveOakland, CA 94606
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ArtHaus Brush
Studio Apartments

ArtHaus Brush

1925 Brush StOakland, CA 94612
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Village Haus
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Haus

2554 E 16th StOakland, CA 94601
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ArtHaus Six
Studio Apartments

ArtHaus Six

825 6th AveOakland, CA 94606
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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. Northgate Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable West Alameda apartments for rent in Alameda, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Claridge Hotel LP.SROStudio,$895
Northgate TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$1,050
ArtHaus BrushFloor Plan D Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,318
La PeraltaSRO with BathStudio,1BA$1,345
ArtHaus LindenFloor Plan A Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,348
Nook on ValdezFLOOR PLAN BStudio,1BA$1,350
2308 Foothill Blvd0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,350
ArtHaus NinthFloor Plan B 2 Bed SplitStudio,1BA$1,448
ArtHaus MandelaFloor Plan D Studio 1BAStudio,1BA$1,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Alameda, CA

As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Alameda area is the $1.81 price per square foot Loft 4 Model at 1080 Lofts in the in the Fruitvale Station neighborhood starting from $3,255. The second greatest value West Alameda apartment is the Loft C Model at 5th Street Lofts starting at $2,865 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the West Oakland 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.
1080 LoftsLoft 4Studio ,1BA$1.81
5th Street LoftsLoft CStudio ,1BA$2.12
2934 Ford St, Unit Ford Street Studios 12934 Ford St1BR,1BA$1.16
2208 Lakeshore Ave2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.72
Exchange StudiosFlat AStudio ,1BA$2.49
1000 E 33rd St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.85
1205 College Ave, Unit 12051205 College Ave1BR,1BA$2.50
Oxford Arms LLC.3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$2.73
Alice Court1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.33
937 International Blvd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.47

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Alameda?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Alameda is at Claridge Hotel LP. listed at $895.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Alameda Apartment is $1,250 at Northgate Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Alameda Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Alameda is starting from $1,795 at 1000 E 33rd St.

What is the most affordable West Alameda Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Alameda Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oxford Arms LLC. and starts from $2,095.

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