Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Hayward Neighborhood of Hayward, CA (98 Rentals)

Legacy at Hayward

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Cadence Apartments

Andina Apartments

The Dutton Apartments

Coral Gardens Apartments

Creekwood

City Centre
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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 | $2,332 | $1,919 | $2,804 |
Downtown Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,471 | $1,890 | $3,567 |
Downtown Hayward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,138 | $2,399 | $4,222 |
Downtown Hayward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,394 | $3,199 | $4,999 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Hayward, Hayward, CA
Ranked #14
Among neighborhoods in Hayward, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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 Downtown Hayward
How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Hayward?
There are currently 16 Studio Apartments in Downtown Hayward with rent ranges from $1,919 to $2,804 with an average price of $2,332.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Hayward Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Hayward ranges from $1,890 to $3,567 with an average monthly rent of $2,471.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Hayward cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Hayward range from $2,399 to $4,222. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,138.
How expensive are Downtown Hayward Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 15 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Hayward on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,199 to $4,999 - averaging $4,394 for the location.
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