
Top Rated 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Hayward, CA (119 Rentals)


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Amador Village

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Mosaic on Mission

City View

Bentley Place

Hurst Highland Village
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24501 Diamond Ridge Dr

25401 - 25442 Huntwood Ave

24650-24686 Oneil Ave

24409 Soto Rd

Mission Crossing
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22243 Meekland Ave

257 Willow Ave

22629 7th St

22750 Bayview Ave

390 Sunset Blvd

22235 S Garden Ave

1821 Hill Ave

369 Albion Ave

21059-21063 Royal Ave

1317 Russell Way
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2001 Aldengate Way

22412 Rockaway Ln

21559-21565 Banyan St

473 Meek Ave

22241-22247 S Garden Ave

1247-1251 C St

2019 Aldengate Way

152-158 Smalley Ave

688 Grove Way

27069 Belvedere Ct
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25231 Whitman St

944 Walpert St

29393-29401 Dixon St

Cypress Point

727 Bartlett Ave

22049 Hathaway Ave

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808 A Street Apartments

21371 Garden Ave

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hayward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayward Studio Apartments | $1,963 | $1,306 | $2,650 |
| Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,236 | $1,387 | $3,825 |
| Hayward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,788 | $1,967 | $5,174 |
| Hayward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,596 | $2,073 | $5,956 |
| Hayward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,985 | $2,408 | $6,216 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Hayward Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Hayward with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Hayward is at Fletcher Towers listed at $2,000.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Hayward Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Hayward is $2,788.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Hayward Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Hayward is a 1,277 square feet unit starting from $2,734 at The Cedars.
What is the average size for Hayward 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Hayward is currently 1,021 sq ft.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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