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2148 Morrow St

15563 Harbor Way

34 Ballard Ct

547 Heritage Cir
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32448 Edith Way

614 Somi Ct

3347 Pony Lp

16775 Rolando Ave

22143 Main St

29621 Red Oak Ct

24035 2nd St
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15111 Washington Ave

22622 2nd St

22626 2nd St

705 Canonbury Way, Unit 385

3588 Clifford Ct

595 Cape Cod Dr

15636 Usher St

677 Morva Ct
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1587 C St
Hayward, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hayward?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hayward 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,820 | $2,395 | $3,950 |
Hayward 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,669 | $1,300 | $5,800 |
Hayward 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,458 | $3,495 | $7,400 |
Hayward 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,189 | $4,200 | $7,900 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hayward, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/11/2025Current apartment rentals in the Hayward, CA area range in price from $1,198 to $5,840 with an overall median price of $3,550. The three Hayward neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Longwood Winton Grove at $2,083, Harder Tennyson at $1,845, and Tennyson Alquire at $1,855. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hayward Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Longwood Winton Grove | $2,305 | $2,083 | 1 |
Harder Tennyson | $3,185 | $1,845 | 10 |
Tennyson Alquire | $3,499 | $1,855 | 17 |
Upper B Street | $3,500 | $1,795 | 21 |
Whitman Wocine | $4,222 | $1,845 | 7 |
East Outer Fremont | $4,592 | $1,198 | 147 |
Cheapest Available Hayward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hayward, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Majestic Apartments in the Hayward Highland neighborhood priced from $1,424. Lakeside Village in the Ashland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,543. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hayward apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Majestic Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,424 |
Lakeside Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,543 |
Park Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,581 |
Ashland Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Park Place Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayward, CA
As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hayward area is the $2.18 price per square foot 1478 165th Ave Model at 1478 165th Ave, Unit Apt D in the in the Ashland neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Hayward apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Model at Town House Plaza starting at $2,650 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Hayward Highland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hayward apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1478 165th Ave, Unit Apt D | 1478 165th Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Town House Plaza | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
Eden Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
Lund Garden Apartments | 2 Bed/ 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
The Brook on Center | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
Chateau Manor Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Bel Tempo Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
Hurst Highland Village | oh 1x1 W | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
Park Manor | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.98 |
The Majestic Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hayward
What type of rentals are currently available in Hayward?
There are currently 1765 Apartments for Rent in Hayward, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $4,570. There are also 138 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hayward ranging from $820 to $7,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hayward?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hayward ranges from $820 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,276.
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