
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Downtown Neighborhood of Fremont, CA from $1,500 (44 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Downtown area of Fremont.


Redwood Plaza Apartments

Coronado

Trinity Way Apartments

Windsor Garden Apartments

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4061 Park Center Ln, Unit C

Pebble Creek Communities

Trinity Townhomes
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Mission Peaks

3695 Stevenson Blvd, Unit B-132

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3695 Stevenson Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID359

Watermark Place

Avalon Fremont

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Koda on Fremont

Paragon

Mission Peaks II
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Woodcreek Apartments

Alborada

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3510 Beacon Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID980

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3510 Beacon Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID981

Parc 88 by Trion Living

Archstone Fremont Center

Beacon

Lincoln Glen
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Ramblewood Apartments

Park Vista Apartments

Sundale Arms

Chapel Corner (55 & Older Senior Community)

Pasatiempo Apartments

Parkway Apartments

Waterstone Fremont

Rancho Sol
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Stevenson Place

Park Villa Apartments

Victoria Park Apartments

The Woods

1980 Barrymore Common

39219 Guardino Dr

Boulevard

Furnished Home in Fremont
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The Estates at Park Place

Bidwell Park Fremont

3695 Stevenson Blvd

39336 Marbella Terraza
Central Downtown, Fremont, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Downtown Studio Apartments | $2,943 | $2,477 | $3,125 |
| Central Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,070 | $2,070 | $4,156 |
| Central Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,608 | $2,450 | $5,224 |
| Central Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,322 | $3,300 | $5,966 |
| Central Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Downtown Neighborhood of Fremont, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Downtown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Downtown area of Fremont, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hastings Terrace priced from $2,070. Redwood Plaza 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 apartments for rent in Fremont, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings Terrace | Jr 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
| Redwood Plaza Apartments | RWPlaza 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Stevenson Place | The Birch Suite | 1BR,1BA | $2,387 |
| The Woods | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| Trinity Townhomes | 2 Bedroom/ 1 bath Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2,550 |
| Mission Peaks | Santa Cruz | 1BR,1BA | $2,669 |
| Coronado | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,699 |
| Watermark Place | Aegean | 1BR,1BA | $2,727 |
| Boulevard | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,757 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Downtown, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Downtown area is the $3.18 price per square foot C2G Model at Avalon Fremont in the in the Central Downtown Fremont neighborhood starting from $4,355. The second greatest value Central Downtown apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at Parc 88 by Trion Living starting at $3,465 with a $3.15 price per square foot in the Central Downtown Fremont neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Fremont | C2G | 3BR,3BA | $3.18 |
| Parc 88 by Trion Living | 3x1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.15 |
| Coronado | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Bidwell Park Fremont | The Birchwood | 2BR,2BA | $3.65 |
| Watermark Place | Aegean | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 4061 Park Center Ln, Unit C | 4061 Park Center Ln | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Redwood Plaza Apartments | RWPlaza 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Trinity Townhomes | 2 Bedroom/ 1 bath Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Parkview Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Hastings Terrace | Jr 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Central Downtown, Fremont, and the greater Fremont area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Downtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Downtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Downtown Apartment is $2,070 at Hastings Terrace.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Downtown is starting from $2,460 at Hastings Terrace.
What is the most affordable Central Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trinity Townhomes and starts from $3,300.
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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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