
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Hayward Neighborhood of Hayward, CA from $1,600 (26 Rentals)
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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 | $2,611 | $2,420 | $2,804 |
Downtown Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,736 | $2,141 | $3,332 |
Downtown Hayward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,412 | $2,500 | $4,222 |
Downtown Hayward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,233 | $3,199 | $4,829 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Hayward Neighborhood of Hayward, CA.
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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 Spring Ridge Apartments priced from $2,199. Andina Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. 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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Spring Ridge Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Lincoln Landing Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,420 |
City Centre | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $2,467 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Hayward, CA
As of July 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Hayward area is the $3.17 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Andina Apartments in the in the Mt. Eden neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Downtown Hayward apartment is the Sierra Model at City Centre starting at $2,467 with a $3.48 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. |
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Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
City Centre | Sierra | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
Spring Ridge Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Lincoln Landing Apartments | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.74 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Hayward, Hayward, CA
Ranked #17
Among neighborhoods in Hayward, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Hayward Neighborhood in Hayward, CA
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
63 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
64 / 100
Good Transit
Many 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 Cheap Downtown Hayward Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hayward Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Hayward Apartment is $2,199 at Spring Ridge 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 $2,500 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 City Centre and starts from $3,789.
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