Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Downtown Fremont Neighborhood of Fremont, CA from $700 (18 Rentals)

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Pasatiempo Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pasatiempo Apartments

39548 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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Rancho Sol
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rancho Sol

3599 Pennsylvania AveFremont, CA 94536
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Park Villa Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Villa Apartments

39501 Fremont BlvdFremont, CA 94538
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Stevenson Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stevenson Place

4117 Stevenson BlvdFremont, CA 94538
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Boulevard
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Boulevard

40001 Fremont BlvdFremont, CA 94538

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Central Downtown Fremont, Fremont, CA Local Guide

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 Lincoln Glen priced from $2,066. Hastings Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,070. Here are the most affordable Central Downtown Fremont apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lincoln GlenStudio1BR,1BA$2,066
Hastings TerraceJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,070
Parkway Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,077
Trinity Way Apartments1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,225
The Woods1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Downtown Fremont, CA

As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Downtown Fremont area is the $2.80 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath (B1) Model at Paragon in the in the Central Downtown Fremont neighborhood starting from $3,307. The second greatest value Central Downtown Fremont apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at Parc 88 by Trion Living starting at $3,350 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the Central Downtown Fremont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Downtown Fremont apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Paragon2 Bed 2 Bath (B1)2BR,2BA$2.80
Parc 88 by Trion Living3x1.53BR,1.5BA$3.05
Woodcreek ApartmentsCamelot2BR,2BA$3.24
Watermark PlaceAegean1BR,1BA$3.15
Bidwell Park FremontThe Alderwood2BR,1BA$3.09
AlboradaVerdi1BR,1BA$3.21
Trinity Way Apartments1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.78
FusionTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.53
Mission Peaks IISierra1BR,1BA$3.46
Boulevard1 Bed 1 Bath (A)1BR,1BA$3.42

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Central Downtown Fremont, Fremont, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California, including Fremont. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Downtown Fremont Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Downtown Fremont?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Downtown Fremont is at The Tolman listed at $2,863.

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 $2,066 at Lincoln Glen.

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 Parc 88 by Trion Living and starts from $3,350.

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