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41685 Gifford St

FremontCA94538

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Koda on Fremont
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$2,556 - $5,557
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Koda on Fremont

39867 Fremont BlvdFremont, CA 94538
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Serra Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Serra Apartments

42000 Osgood RdFremont, CA 94539
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Park Vista Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Vista Apartments

1301 Stevenson BlvdFremont, CA 94538
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Sundale Arms
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sundale Arms

39150 Sundale DrFremont, CA 94538
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Niles Station
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Niles Station

80 Harris PlFremont, CA 94536
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Skylark Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Skylark Apartments

41277 Roberts AveFremont, CA 94538
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Pasatiempo Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pasatiempo Apartments

39548 Fremont BlvdFremont, CA 94538
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Waterstone Fremont
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waterstone Fremont

39600 Fremont BlvdFremont, CA 94538
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The Woods
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Woods

40640 High StFremont, CA 94538
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Fremont, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Fremont, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/05/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Fremont, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Fremont Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cherry Guardino$4,015$1,198125
Kimber Gomes$4,067$1,198104
Central Downtown$4,089$2,07093
West Outer Fremont$12,312$2,0256

Cheapest Available Fremont Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fremont, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Alvarado Senior Living in the Ardenwood neighborhood priced from $1,795. Victoria Gardens in the East Industrial neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fremont apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alvarado Senior LivingThe Leandro Suite1BR,1BA$1,795
Victoria Gardensone bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
Parkside1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,008
Hastings TerraceJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,070
Bridge Bay ApartmentsBeachgrove1BR,1BA$2,080
Parc Medallion ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,095
Garden Village ApartmentsThe Pine1BR,1BA$2,100
Casa Arroyo Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,145
Niles StationFloor Plan B 1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$2,165
Parkway Green1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,190

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fremont, CA

As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fremont area is the $2.91 price per square foot Niles Model at Roberts Lane in the in the East Industrial neighborhood starting from $4,015. The second greatest value Fremont apartment is the C2G Model at Avalon Fremont starting at $4,090 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the Central Downtown Fremont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fremont apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Roberts LaneNiles3BR,2BA$2.91
Avalon FremontC2G3BR,3BA$2.99
The RexfordPlan 2D Townhome2BR,2.5BA$2.90
Stevenson PlaceThe Redwood Suite Townhome2BR,1.5BA$2.70
Trinity Townhomes3 Bedroom x 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$3.00
Mission Sierra ApartmentsThe Resort2BR,2BA$2.88
Oak Pointe2x12BR,1BA$2.99
Coronado2x12BR,1BA$3.01
The Edge on the BoulevardOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.62
39126 Sundale Dr, Unit D39126 Sundale Dr2BR,1BA$2.97

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Fremont Overview

Known for its mild weather, rich culture, vibrant economy, and beautiful parks, apartments in Fremont, CA are great places to call home. People come from all over the world to live in this thriving town with a strong history and a bright future.

Why live in Fremont, CA?

There are so many great reasons to call Fremont home. Fremont has some of the best school districts in California. It has a great transportation system with many options for commuters. Fremont has done a fantastic job of preserving its history with its many historic buildings and landmarks. There are many great parks nearby for recreation. The economy is thriving thanks to the tech industry and salaries are more than double than the U.S. average. There are many great cultural venues and support for the arts here. The crime rate in Fremont is extremely low, making Fremont one of the safest cities in the US.

Fremont, CA
Population: 237,807

Ranked #96

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fremont Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fremont?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fremont is at Verandas listed at $2,259.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fremont Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fremont Apartment is $1,795 at Alvarado Senior Living.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fremont Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fremont is starting from $2,400 at Bridge Bay Apartments.

What is the most affordable Fremont Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fremont Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trinity Townhomes and starts from $3,300.

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