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22655 4th St
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22655 4th St

22655 4th StHayward, CA 94541
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Vista Del Playa
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Vista Del Playa

22139 Castille LnHayward, CA 94541
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1084 Hazel
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1084 Hazel

1084 Hazel AveHayward, CA 94541

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Hayward, CA Local Guide

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Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: December 01, 2025

There are currently 94 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Hayward, CA that range in price from $788 to $5,840. East Outer Fremont, Upper B Street and Harder Tennyson are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Hayward with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
East Outer Fremont68$2,594$788
Upper B Street8$2,200$1,899
Harder Tennyson7$2,195$1,826
Whitman Wocine5$2,279$1,826
Tennyson Alquire4$2,443$1,855
Longwood Winton Grove2$1,959$1,800

Largest Available Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hayward, CA is found at Lincoln Landing Apartments in the South Castro Valley neighborhood and is 986 square feet priced from $2,768. Avalon Union City in the Monte Vista Villas neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 919 square feet and currently listed start at $2,620. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Hayward:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Lincoln Landing ApartmentsA2986 Sq Ft$2,768
Avalon Union CityAF4919 Sq Ft$2,620
The MasonA4903 Sq Ft$3,389
Amador VillageMagnolia873 Sq Ft$2,379
Hillcrest Apartment HomesCrest841 Sq Ft$2,195
Quail Hill ApartmentsResidence 1 Upgraded820 Sq Ft$2,549
Chateau Andre Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Ba800 Sq Ft$2,250
The CedarsOrchid797 Sq Ft$2,732
Ridgecrest Apartments1 Bed - 1 Bath759 Sq Ft$2,100
Cadence ApartmentsOne Bedroom665 Sq Ft$2,399

Cheapest Available Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 01, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hayward, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,424 at The Majestic Apartments in the Hayward Highland neighborhood. The second most affordable Hayward 1 Bedroom is the Courtyard 1x1 Model at Courtyard Apartments starting at $1,663 in the Mt. Eden neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Hayward is currently $2,223. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Hayward:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Majestic Apartments1 Bedroom$1,424
Courtyard ApartmentsCourtyard 1x1$1,663
Lorenzo CommonsPlan B$1,737
Ashland Manor1 Bedroom$1,795
Park Place Apartments1BD/1BA$1,795
Fletcher TowersOne Bedroom, One Bath$1,800
Holiday Orchard ApartmentsFlat$1,800
Solaris Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,810
Aloha1 BEDROOM$1,849
Bon Tanna ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,855

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

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Hayward Overview

Hayward is characterized with picturesque surroundings and the breathtaking spaces making it the perfect city to call home. With one of the most comfortable weather conditions throughout the year, getting an apartment in Hayward will make for a unique living. This is one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse areas in California and has the best education facilities and social services one could ever wish for.

Why live in Hayward, CA?

There are a number of reasons why choosing apartments in Hayward and living here is a great idea. The cost of living and rent for apartments is significantly lower that the California average. The city also has safe and well-planned neighborhoods that make it a suitable place for raising a family. The vibrant commerce and manufacturing activities in the city have led to low unemployment levels in the Bay area. The transport system is well-organized, and the social amenities are adequate for the entire population of the city.

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Getting Around Hayward, CA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Hayward Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Hayward with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Hayward is at The Majestic Apartments listed at $1,424.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Hayward Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Hayward is $2,223.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Hayward Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hayward is a 986 square feet unit starting from $2,768 at Lincoln Landing Apartments.

What is the average size for Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Hayward is currently 783 sq ft.

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