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property at 559 Cherry Way

$895

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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559 Cherry Way

CherrylandCA94541

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property at 1952 Gambels Way

$1,100

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$1,100
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$1,100

5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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1952 Gambels Way

Santa RosaCA95403
property at 6901 Sunkist Dr

$1,150 - $3,333

Studio To 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent

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6901 Sunkist Dr

OaklandCA94605

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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property at 2258 Fairfield Ave

$1,200

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$1,200
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3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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2258 Fairfield Ave

FairfieldCA94533
property at 1637 85th Ave

$1,200

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$1,200
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1637 85th Ave

OaklandCA94621

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property at 5776 Sterling St

$1,300 - $1,800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5776 Sterling St

DublinCA94568

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

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Bay Area, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bay Area Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bay Area, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Fourth Street East in the Laney neighborhood priced from $151. 2737 Durant Avenue in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $748. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bay Area apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fourth Street EastThe Franklin1BR,1BA$151
2737 Durant Avenue5BR/2.0BA5BR,2BA$748
Wesley House5BR/2.0BA5BR,2BA$795
1770 La LomaThird Floor1BR,1BA$850
The Lair3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$850
2430 Prospect7 Bedroom | 3 Bath7BR,3BA$878
Claridge Hotel LP.SROStudio,$895
2425 ProspectThird Floor A1BR,1BA$900
12 Panoramic3 Bedroom | 1 Bath B3BR,1BA$911
RUMI at King3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bay Area, CA and Nearby

As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bay Area area is the $0.89 price per square foot Live/Work lofts Model at Vulcan Lofts in the in the St. Elizabeth neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Bay Area apartment is the 4 Bedroom | 3 Bath Model at 2710 College starting at $2,030 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bay Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vulcan LoftsLive/Work loftsStudio ,1BA$0.89
2710 College4 Bedroom | 3 Bath4BR,3BA$1.12
2504 Dana StSingle Bedroom Furnished1BR,1BA$0.85
Pique Berkeley4BR/4BA - D24BR,4BA$1.09
2620 Regent5 Bedroom | 3 Bath5BR,3BA$1.06
3228 Adeline5 Bedroom | 1 Bath5BR,1BA$1.00
2618 College5 Bedroom | 2 Bath5BR,2BA$1.08
2737 Durant Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.26
Heritage Park3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.09
2124 Parker3 Bedroom | 2 Bath A3BR,2BA$1.32

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bay Area

What type of rentals are currently available in Bay Area?

There are currently 2204 Apartments for Rent in Bay Area, CA with pricing that ranges from $748 to $34,541. There are also 2953 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bay Area ranging from $825 to $90,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bay Area?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bay Area ranges from $825 to $90,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,795.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bay Area?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bay Area range from $850 to $30,809, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $30,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $845.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

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