
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West End Neighborhood of Alameda, CA from $1,699 (96 Rentals)
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Ballena Village Apartment Homes

Summer House

Panomar Luxury Apartments

ArtHaus Central

Bay Vista

Garden Court Apartments

540 Pacific Ave

536 Pacific Ave

910 Central Ave
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1521 Verdi St

823 Central Ave

1544 Sherman St

537 Pacific Ave

1612 Concordia St

425-431 Santa Clara Ave

1031-1033 Central Ave

636-638 Lincoln Ave
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Admiral's Cove

1812 3rd St

1432-1434 Sherman St

1700 Sherman St

1541 Bay St

1527 8th St

1547 Sherman St

1047 Santa Clara Ave

935 Central Ave

1412 Sherman St
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1313 Lincoln Ave

1536 Morton St

911 Independence Dr

753 Lincoln Ave

729 Pacific Ave

Park Webster Condominiums

1525 9th St

1528 Sherman St

524 Buena Vista Ave
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628 Santa Clara Ave

Compass at Bay 37

510 Santa Clara Ave

1435 5th St

443 Central Ave

755 Buena Vista Ave

1514 9th St

811 Buena Vista Ave

Liner at Alameda Landing

552-554 Palace Ct
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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 | $2,840 | $2,686 | $2,999 |
| West End 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,764 | $1,985 | $3,013 |
| West End 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,022 | $1,919 | $5,333 |
| West End 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,585 | $2,814 | $5,584 |
| West End 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,429 | $5,363 | $5,463 |
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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 Bay Vista priced from $2,200. 1820 3rd St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable West End apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| 1820 3rd St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Summer House | B1D | 2BR,1BA | $2,434 |
| Marine View Apartment Homes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,675 |
| Ballena Village Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | Studio,1BA | $2,686 |
| The Landing at Jack London Square | Coastal | 1BR,1BA | $2,827 |
| Aqua Via Apartments | A6 | 1BR,2BA | $3,826 |
| Panomar Luxury Apartments | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $4,167 |
| Admirals Cove | Compass +Office | 2BR,2BA | $5,259 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West End, CA
As of September 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the West End area is the $3.98 price per square foot Meridian Model at Admirals Cove in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $5,433. The second greatest value West End apartment is the B2 Model at Aqua Via Apartments starting at $4,235 with a $3.45 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admirals Cove | Meridian | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.98 |
| Aqua Via Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.45 |
| Marine View Apartment Homes | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| ArtHaus Central | 2 Bed/ 1.0 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Panomar Luxury Apartments | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $4.81 |
| Summer House | B1C | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| The Landing at Jack London Square | Coastal | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Garden Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Ballena Village Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | Studio ,1BA | $4.64 |
| Bay Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath with Waterfront View | 1BR,1BA | $6.25 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West End Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West End?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West End is at Ballena Village Apartment Homes listed at $2,686.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West End Apartment is $2,175 at Garden Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West End Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West End is starting from $2,428 at Summer House.
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