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How much does it cost to rent a home in Hayward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayward 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,780 | $2,200 | $3,600 |
| Hayward 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,516 | $2,750 | $4,395 |
| Hayward 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,544 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hayward, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/16/2026Current apartment rentals in the Hayward, CA area range in price from $1,198 to $7,432 with an overall median price of $3,500. The three Hayward neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Longwood Winton Grove at $1,750, Tennyson Alquire at $1,855, and Upper B Street at $1,795. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longwood Winton Grove | $2,178 | $1,750 | 9 |
| Tennyson Alquire | $3,111 | $1,855 | 8 |
| Upper B Street | $3,500 | $1,795 | 26 |
| Harder Tennyson | $3,705 | $1,598 | 19 |
| Whitman Wocine | $4,160 | $1,598 | 15 |
| East Outer Fremont | $4,350 | $1,198 | 96 |
Cheapest Available Hayward Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Hayward, CA is a Studio unit found at Solis Garden in the Mt. Eden neighborhood priced from $1,598. Hayward Village Senior Apartments in the Mt. Eden neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,687. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hayward apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solis Garden | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,598 |
| Hayward Village Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,687 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Alvarado Senior Living | The Leandro Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Shamor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayward, CA
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hayward area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Chateau Manor Apartments in the in the Springlake neighborhood starting from $2,725. The second greatest value Hayward 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 apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chateau Manor Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Solstice | 3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Quail Hill Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Ashland Garden Apartments | Ashland 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Grand at SoHay (Dixon FKA Foothill Townhomes) | 2x1.5C | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.30 |
| Creekwood | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Bel Tempo Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Greenleaf | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| Baywood Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Hayward?
There are currently 1774 Apartments for Rent in Hayward, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $6,772. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hayward ranging from $670 to $15,000.
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 $670 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,023.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hayward?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hayward range from $2,300 to $5,613, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,750 to $4,395. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,594.
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