Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Downtown Neighborhood of Fremont, CA from $1,500 (34 Rentals)

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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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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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Rancho Sol
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rancho Sol

3599 Pennsylvania AveFremont, CA 94536
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Park Villa Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Villa Apartments

39501 Fremont 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, CA Local Guide

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. The Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,177. Here are the most affordable Central Downtown apartments for rent in Fremont, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hastings TerraceJr 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,070
The WoodsPlan SAStudio,1BA$2,177
Stevenson PlaceThe Birch Suite1BR,1BA$2,319
BoulevardPlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,559
Mission PeaksSanta Cruz1BR,1BA$2,629
Mission Peaks IISierra1BR,1BA$2,669
AlboradaVerdi1BR,1BA$2,759
The Estates at Park PlaceAllegra1BR,1BA$2,761
ParagonPlan 1B1BR,1BA$2,799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Downtown, CA

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Downtown area is the $2.94 price per square foot Biscay Model at Watermark Place in the in the Central Downtown Fremont neighborhood starting from $3,307. The second greatest value Central Downtown apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at Parc 88 by Trion Living starting at $3,960 with a $3.60 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Watermark PlaceBiscay2BR,2BA$2.94
Parc 88 by Trion Living3x1.53BR,1.5BA$3.60
Trinity Townhomes3 Bedroom x 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$3.00
Archstone Fremont Center1 Bedroom F1BR,1BA$3.57
Lincoln GlenTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$3.27
39126 Sundale Dr, Unit D39126 Sundale Dr2BR,1BA$2.97
AlboradaVerdi1BR,1BA$3.33
Parkview Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.05
Mission PeaksSanta Cruz1BR,1BA$3.63
BoulevardPlan 1A1BR,1BA$3.66

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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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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

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Downtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Downtown is at The Woods listed at $2,177.

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.

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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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