
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,600 (96 Rentals)
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ArtHaus Central

Garden Court Apartments

540 Pacific Ave

536 Pacific Ave

537 Pacific Ave

1612 Concordia St
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425-431 Santa Clara Ave

1544 Sherman St

823 Central Ave

910 Central Ave

1405 Caroline St

1630 9th St

1521 Verdi St

1525 9th St

1528 Sherman St

628 Santa Clara Ave
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Compass at Bay 37

510 Santa Clara Ave

911-913 Taylor Ave

1313 Lincoln Ave

1536 Morton St

911 Independence Dr

753 Lincoln Ave

729 Pacific Ave

Park Webster Condominiums

1547 Sherman St
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1047 Santa Clara Ave

935 Central Ave

1412 Sherman St

1432-1434 Sherman St

1812 3rd St

1700 Sherman St

1541 Bay St

1527 8th St

Admiral's Cove

524 Buena Vista Ave
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1031-1033 Central Ave

636-638 Lincoln Ave

1617 8th St

443 Central Ave

1524 Morton St

1529 Morton St

1539 9th St

Liner at Alameda Landing

552-554 Palace Ct

1514 9th St
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West End, Alameda, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West End?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West End Studio Apartments | $2,873 | $2,661 | $3,299 |
| West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $1,900 | $3,323 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,731 | $1,919 | $5,209 |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,527 | $2,814 | $5,334 |
| West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,315 | $5,315 | $5,315 |
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There are currently 96 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West End Neighborhood of Alameda, CA.
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Cheapest Available West End Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West End area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 450 Buena Vista priced from $1,995. Marine View Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,095. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 450 Buena Vista | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Marine View Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| RICA VISTA | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,163 |
| The Landing at Jack London Square | Bay Breeze | Studio,1BA | $2,169 |
| Bay Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Summer House | B1E | 2BR,1BA | $2,280 |
| Point Alameda | F plan | 2BR,1BA | $2,875 |
| Ballena Village Apartment Homes | Residence 2B Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,930 |
| Aqua Via Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $4,008 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, CA
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $3.13 price per square foot B3 Model at Aqua Via Apartments in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $4,008. The second greatest value West End apartment is the 1813 Saint Charles St Model at 1813 Saint Charles St starting at $3,600 with a $3.60 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West End apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua Via Apartments | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| 1813 Saint Charles St | 1813 Saint Charles St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.60 |
| Point Alameda | F plan | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Summer House | B1B | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| RICA VISTA | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| 450 Buena Vista | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Marine View Apartment Homes | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Ballena Village Apartment Homes | Residence 2B Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $4.76 |
| The Landing at Jack London Square | Bay Breeze | Studio ,1BA | $3.92 |
| Bay Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest End, Alameda, CA
Ranked #9
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West End?
The cheapest apartment in West End is 450 Buena Vista which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in West End costs $5,315.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West End?
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 1 regular apartments in West End 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 End?
Cheap apartments in West End have an average cost of $149 which is $5,166 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West End.
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