1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Hayward, CA (584 Rentals)

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Summerwood
$2,099 - $2,236
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$2,082 - $2,723
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$2,099 - $2,740
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Summerwood

21701 Foothill BlvdHayward, CA 94541
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Legacy at Hayward
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$2,650 - $3,104
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$2,636 - $3,885
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$14
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$2,650 - $3,899
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Legacy at Hayward

28168 Mission BlvdHayward, CA 94544
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The Dutton Apartments
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$2,370
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$2,370 - $2,804
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$2,375 - $2,809
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The Dutton Apartments

25800 Industrial BlvdHayward, CA 94545
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Creekwood
$2,087 - $2,237
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$1,802 - $2,858
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$1,808 - $2,864
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Creekwood

22294 City Center DrHayward, CA 94541
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Crestview Terrace
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$2,188 - $2,478
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$2,188 - $3,057
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$2,188 - $3,057
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Crestview Terrace

837 Hancock StHayward, CA 94544
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The Mark
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$2,000
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$1,995 - $2,595
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$2,000 - $2,600
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The Mark

24650 Amador StHayward, CA 94544
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Fletcher Towers
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$1,800 - $1,850
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$1,800 - $2,700
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$1,800 - $2,700
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Fletcher Towers

781 Fletcher LnHayward, CA 94544
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Holiday Orchard Apartments
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$1,800 - $2,400
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$1,800 - $2,600
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Holiday Orchard Apartments

860 Orchard AveHayward, CA 94544
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569 Smalley Ave
$1,795
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$1,795
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569 Smalley Ave

569 Smalley AveHayward, CA 94541
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22655 4th St
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22655 4th St

22655 4th StHayward, CA 94541
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1084 Hazel
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1084 Hazel

1084 Hazel AveHayward, 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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Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 25, 2026

There are currently 91 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Hayward, CA that range in price from $1,198 to $5,514. East Outer Fremont, Harder Tennyson and Upper B Street 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 Fremont43$2,719$1,198
Harder Tennyson14$2,044$1,878
Upper B Street13$2,300$1,899
Whitman Wocine10$2,139$1,878
Tennyson Alquire7$2,626$1,855
Longwood Winton Grove4$2,004$1,750

Largest Available Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hayward, CA is found at Lincoln Landing in the South Castro Valley neighborhood and is 995 square feet priced from $2,832. The Mason in the Outer Fremont Hayward neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 903 square feet and currently listed start at $3,140. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Hayward:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Lincoln LandingA2995 Sq Ft$2,832
The MasonA4903 Sq Ft$3,140
Cadence ApartmentsOne Bedroom863 Sq Ft$2,399
Hillcrest Apartment HomesCrest841 Sq Ft$2,345
Hurst Highland Villageoh 1x1836 Sq Ft$2,000
Leafy GroveOne Bedroom800 Sq Ft$2,250
Chateau Andre Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Ba800 Sq Ft$2,250
Ridgecrest Apartments1 Bed - 1 Bath759 Sq Ft$2,100
Baywood Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath745 Sq Ft$2,145
Lund Garden Apartments1 Bed/ 1Bath600 Sq FtCall for Rates

Cheapest Available Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Hayward, CA is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model starting from $1,687 at Hayward Village Senior Apartments in the Mt. Eden neighborhood. The second most affordable Hayward 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Shamor Apartments starting at $1,795 in the Ashland neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Hayward is currently $2,321. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Hayward:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Hayward Village Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath$1,687
Shamor ApartmentsOne 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
Bon Tanna ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,855
Lund Garden Apartments1 Bed/ 1Bath$1,895
Lorenzo CommonsPlan B$1,900

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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.

Hayward, CA
Population: 159,620

Ranked #161

in US Census Population by City

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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 Hayward Village Senior Apartments listed at $1,687.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Hayward is $2,321.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hayward is a 995 square feet unit starting from $2,832 at Lincoln Landing.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Hayward is currently 150 sq ft.

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