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Cheapest Available Alameda County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Alameda County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB! in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $700. MacArthur Heights in the Mills College neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $765. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alameda County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$700
MacArthur HeightsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$765
The Lair3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$775
Claridge ApartmentsStudio / 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$815
2375 Fruitvale AveSRO1BR,$900
HeliosShared Double1BR,1BA$950
2715 Dwight6 Bedroom | 4 Bath6BR,4BA$963
Aquatic @ U0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$995
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alameda County, CA

As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Alameda County area is the $1.18 price per square foot 4303 Rilea Way Model at 4303 Rilea Way, Unit 1 in the in the Caballo Hills neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Alameda County apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment Model at 350 Vernon starting at $2,695 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Harrison Street neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alameda County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4303 Rilea Way, Unit 14303 Rilea Way2BR,1BA$1.18
350 Vernon2 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$1.55
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio ,1BA$1.23
169 Santa Rosa3 Bedroom 2 Bath Apartment3BR,2BA$2.00
2342 Hilgard Ave, Unit 23422342 Hilgard Ave2BR,1BA$1.10
San Leandro Apartments1 Bedroom Available1BR,1BA$1.84
2414 Telegraph3 Bedroom | 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.64
4814 Daisy St, Unit 48144814 Daisy St1BR,1BA$1.75
MacArthur HeightsStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$1.70
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available at The Telegraph Commons! 2 blocks from UCB!1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.67

Frequently Asked Questions about Alameda County

What type of rentals are currently available in Alameda County?

There are currently 12351 Apartments for Rent in Alameda County, CA with pricing that ranges from $699 to $22,433. There are also 740 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Alameda County ranging from $450 to $16,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Alameda County ranges from $450 to $16,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,682.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Alameda County range from $775 to $22,433, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $972.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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