
Top Rated Apartments for Rent near Bay Area, CA (853 Rentals)
Apartments in Bay Area with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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Maxwell at Bascom

Portico Waterfront

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Hanover Soma West

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Hanover Burlingame

Montessa

Arrive Sonoma Ridge

Cedar Glen

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Revery

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The Tolman
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Parker

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The Dylan

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The Tides

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Overlook at Walnut Creek
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Summit at Sausalito

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Arrive Suisun City

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Pacific Bay Vistas

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One Adrian

Las Ventanas

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Sierra Vista

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The Hayden

Legacy at Livermore

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Emblem Renata

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Rowe at Pear Village

Anton Aspire

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Hartwood

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Passero

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Vida at Morgan Hill

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The Exchange at Bayfront

Metro 510

The Emery

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Lantana Uptown
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Star Harbor

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Tidewood

Hawkins

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Saratoga Downs at Sheveland Ranch

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Chardonnay Gardens

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Sevens

300 Railway

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Exhibit at J Town
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bay Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Area Studio Apartments | $2,880 | $748 | $6,500 |
| Bay Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $216 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,982 | $780 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,547 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,911 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Area 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,616 | $748 | $10,000+ |
| Bay Area 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,324 | $1,030 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bay Area
How much are Studio apartments in Bay Area?
There are currently 544 Studio Apartments in Bay Area with rent ranges from $151 to $6,500 with an average price of $3,629.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Bay Area Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Bay Area ranges from $216 to $10,606 with an average monthly rent of $3,292.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Bay Area cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Bay Area range from $780 to $24,413. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,982.
How expensive are Bay Area Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 579 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Bay Area on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $850 to $30,809 - averaging $4,547 for the location.
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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