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Lincoln Landing
22335 Foothill BlvdHayward, CA 94541
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Andina Apartments
1180-1182 E StHayward, CA 94541
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Bentley Place
22525 3rd StHayward, CA 94541
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1181 A St
1181 A StHayward, CA 94541
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Maple Court
22471-22491 Maple CtHayward, CA 94541
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Valientoi Manor
22270 Montgomery StHayward, CA 94541
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992 Warren St
992 Warren StHayward, CA 94541
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1317 Russell Way
1317 Russell WayHayward, CA 94541
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22884 Alice Street
22888 Alice StHayward, CA 94541
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1247-1251 C St
1247-1251 C StHayward, CA 94541
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922-934 A St
922-934 A StHayward, CA 94541
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1163 D St
1163 D StHayward, CA 94541
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918-920 A St
918-920 A StHayward, CA 94541
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Gatehouse Square Condominium Homes
1318 B StHayward, CA 94541
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Greenridge Condominium Homes
947 Fletcher LnHayward, CA 94544
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22861-22869 Grand St
22861-22869 Grand StHayward, CA 94541
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22779 Grand St
22779 Grand StHayward, CA 94541
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22755 1st St
22755 1st StHayward, CA 94541
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Arroyo Vista
1277 Russell WayHayward, CA 94541
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986 Warren St
986 Warren StHayward, CA 94541
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22256 Montgomery St
22256 Montgomery StHayward, CA 94541
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22839-22841 High St
22839-22841 High StHayward, CA 94541
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1303-1305 D St
1303-1305 D StHayward, CA 94541
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1241-1247 B St
1241-1247 B StHayward, CA 94541
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980-986 Simon St
980-986 Simon StHayward, CA 94541
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22236 Main St
22236 Main StHayward, CA 94541
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1364 C St
1364 C StHayward, CA 94541
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22155 Main St
22155 Main StHayward, CA 94541
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22750-22782 3rd St
22750-22782 3rd StHayward, CA 94541
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Alice Apartments
22814 Alice StHayward, CA 94541
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944 Walpert St
944 Walpert StHayward, CA 94541
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22862-22878 Grand St
22862-22878 Grand StHayward, CA 94541
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556-558 #'s 1-3 Simon St
556-558 #'s 1-3 Simon StHayward, CA 94541
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1223 Bellina St
1223 Bellina StHayward, CA 94541
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1125 D St
1125 D StHayward, CA 94541
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1080 Armstrong St
1080 Armstrong StHayward, CA 94541
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732 B St
732 B StHayward, CA 94541
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22217-22225 Mission Blvd
22217-22225 Mission BlvdHayward, CA 94541
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22224 Main St
22224 Main StHayward, CA 94541
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22782-22802 Alice St
22782-22802 Alice StHayward, CA 94541
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1302 B St
1302 B StHayward, CA 94541
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783 Smalley Ave
783 Smalley AveHayward, CA 94541
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1126 Armstrong
1126 ArmstrongHayward, CA 94541
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1154 C St
1154 C StHayward, CA 94541
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22863 Grand St
22863 Grand StHayward, CA 94541
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Eden Apartments
1201 B StHayward, CA 94541
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808 A Street Apartments
802 A StHayward, CA 94541
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Spring Ridge Apartments
794 Fletcher LnHayward, CA 94544
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City Centre
22800 Meridian DrHayward, CA 94541
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22221 Main St
22221 Main StHayward, CA 94541
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Downtown Hayward, Hayward, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Hayward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Downtown Hayward Studio Apartments | $2,765 | $2,740 | $2,790 |
| Downtown Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,403 | $1,895 | $3,063 |
| Downtown Hayward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,208 | $2,333 | $3,938 |
| Downtown Hayward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,422 | $4,389 | $4,489 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Hayward Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Hayward area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Andina Apartments priced from $1,895. Lincoln Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,404. Here are the most affordable Downtown Hayward apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Lincoln Landing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,404 |
| Spring Ridge Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| City Centre | Alpine | 2BR,2BA | $3,177 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Hayward, CA
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Hayward area is the $3.01 price per square foot Alpine Model at City Centre in the in the Mt. Eden neighborhood starting from $3,177. The second greatest value Downtown Hayward apartment is the 2X1 Model at Spring Ridge Apartments starting at $2,499 with a $3.07 price per square foot in the Mt. Eden neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Hayward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Centre | Alpine | 2BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| Spring Ridge Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Lincoln Landing | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.23 |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Hayward Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Hayward?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Hayward is at Lincoln Landing listed at $2,740.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hayward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hayward Apartment is $1,895 at Andina Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Hayward Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Hayward is starting from $2,333 at Andina Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Hayward Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Hayward Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Landing and starts from $4,389.
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