
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hayward Highland Neighborhood of Hayward, CA from $900 (28 Rentals)
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29800 Mission Blvd

The Majestic

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Holiday Orchard Apartments

24035 2nd St

Bon Tanna Apartments

Coral Gardens Apartments
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Cinnamon Apartments

Hurst Highland Village

Kelly Green Apartments

Whitman Green

City View

Ridgecrest Apartments

26910 Manon Ave
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Huntwood Commons

Leisure Terrace Apartments

25243 Villager Ln

Riverside Terrace

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22655 4th St

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1321 Terrace Ave

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Palomares Canyon Estate
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Hayward Highland, Hayward, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hayward Highland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayward Highland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $1,195 | $3,120 |
| Hayward Highland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,746 | $2,000 | $3,852 |
| Hayward Highland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,590 | $2,600 | $4,570 |
| Hayward Highland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,084 | $3,995 | $6,174 |
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Cheapest Available Hayward Highland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hayward Highland area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Holiday Orchard Apartments priced from $1,800. Bon Tanna Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,855. Here are the most affordable Hayward Highland apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Orchard Apartments | Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Bon Tanna Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,855 |
| Coral Gardens Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,901 |
| Cinnamon Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Hurst Highland Village | oh 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| City View | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,079 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| University Village | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Kelly Green Apartments | 1x1 UV | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayward Highland, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hayward Highland area is the $2.50 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Fairway Apartments in the in the Hayward Highland neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Hayward Highland apartment is the 3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM Model at Solstice starting at $2,980 with a $2.64 price per square foot in the Hayward Highland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hayward Highland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fairway Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Solstice | 3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Sunhill Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Hurst Highland Village | oh 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| Hillcrest Apartment Homes | Crest | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Greenleaf | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Villa Grove Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Cinnamon Apartments | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Bon Tanna Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hayward Highland Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hayward Highland?
The cheapest apartment in Hayward Highland is Holiday Orchard Apartments which is listed at $1,800, while the average apartment in Hayward Highland costs $5,084.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hayward Highland?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Hayward Highland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hayward Highland?
Cheap apartments in Hayward Highland have an average cost of $406 which is $4,678 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hayward Highland.
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