
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Downtown Fremont Neighborhood of Fremont, CA from $1,511 (42 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Downtown Fremont area of Fremont.


Woodcreek Apartments

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Windsor Garden Apartments

Lincoln Glen

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Tempo Fremont

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Mission Peaks
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Beacon

Avalon Fremont

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The Tolman

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3510 Beacon Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID981

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The Asher
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Parc 88 by Trion Living

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3510 Beacon Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID980

Trinity Townhomes

Park Vista Apartments

Sundale Arms
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Crossroads Village

Pasatiempo Apartments

Waterstone Fremont

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Rancho Sol

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Victoria Park Apartments
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The Woods

Stevenson Place

39224 Guardino Dr

The Estates at Park Place

Bidwell Park Fremont

Boulevard

Cambridge Court Townhomes

39015 Walnut Terrace
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3648 Detjen St

38715 Huntington Cir
Central Downtown Fremont, Fremont, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Downtown Fremont?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Downtown Fremont Studio Apartments | $2,989 | $2,635 | $3,186 |
| Central Downtown Fremont 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,146 | $2,070 | $4,191 |
| Central Downtown Fremont 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,702 | $2,460 | $5,485 |
| Central Downtown Fremont 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,101 | $3,225 | $5,966 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Downtown Fremont Neighborhood of Fremont, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Downtown Fremont Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Downtown Fremont area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hastings Terrace priced from $2,070. Woodcreek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Central Downtown Fremont apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings Terrace | Jr 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
| Woodcreek Apartments | Winsor | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| The Woods | Plan SA | Studio,1BA | $2,409 |
| Lincoln Glen | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,516 |
| Stevenson Place | The Birch Suite | 1BR,1BA | $2,527 |
| Tempo Fremont | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,540 |
| Mission Peaks II | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,767 |
| Mission Peaks | Santa Cruz | 1BR,1BA | $2,767 |
| Alborada | Hayden | 1BR,1BA | $2,827 |
| Paragon | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,849 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Downtown Fremont, CA
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Downtown Fremont area is the $2.65 price per square foot Three Bedroom, Two Bath Den Model at Fusion in the in the Central Downtown Fremont neighborhood starting from $3,695. The second greatest value Central Downtown Fremont apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Cambridge Court Townhomes starting at $3,395 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the Mission San Jose neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Downtown Fremont apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion | Three Bedroom, Two Bath Den | 3BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Cambridge Court Townhomes | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Watermark Place | Biscay | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Trinity Townhomes | 3 Bedroom x 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.09 |
| The Estates at Park Place | Miraval | 2BR,2BA | $3.58 |
| Parc 88 by Trion Living | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.10 |
| Boulevard | Plan 2A | 2BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Bidwell Park Fremont | The Birchwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.58 |
| Tempo Fremont | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Woodcreek Apartments | Winsor | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Downtown Fremont Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Downtown Fremont Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Downtown Fremont Apartment is $2,070 at Hastings Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Downtown Fremont Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Downtown Fremont is starting from $2,460 at Hastings Terrace.
What is the most affordable Central Downtown Fremont Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Downtown Fremont Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodcreek Apartments and starts from $3,225.
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