
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mission/ Foothill Neighborhood of Hayward, CA from $1,000 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mission/ Foothill area of Hayward.


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Fletcher Towers

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Holiday Orchard Apartments

24035 2nd St

Andina Apartments

Lund Garden Apartments
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Courtyard Apartments

Cinnamon Apartments

The Palms (04/25)

City View

University Village
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Park Orchard

25801 Whitman St, Unit 4

Park View Terrace Apartments

Fletcher Heights

25243 Villager Ln

Spring Ridge Apartments
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Mission/ Foothill, Hayward, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mission/ Foothill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mission/ Foothill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,087 | $1,424 | $2,534 |
| Mission/ Foothill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,528 | $1,987 | $2,982 |
| Mission/ Foothill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $2,500 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mission/ Foothill Neighborhood of Hayward, CA.
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Cheapest Available Mission/ Foothill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mission/ Foothill area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Majestic priced from $1,424. Fletcher Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Mission/ Foothill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Majestic | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,424 |
| Fletcher Towers | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Holiday Orchard Apartments | Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Lund Garden Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mission/ Foothill, CA
As of May 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mission/ Foothill area is the $2.84 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Andina Apartments in the in the Mt. Eden neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Mission/ Foothill apartment is the Whitman 2x1.5 Model at Whitman Villa Townhomes starting at $2,800 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the Hayward Highland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mission/ Foothill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andina Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Whitman Villa Townhomes | Whitman 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.03 |
| Courtyard Apartments | Courtyard 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Spring Ridge Apartments | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Cinnamon Apartments | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| University Village | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Lund Garden Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| The Palms (04/25) | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| City View | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| The Majestic | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mission/ Foothill Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mission/ Foothill?
The cheapest apartment in Mission/ Foothill is The Majestic which is listed at $1,424, while the average apartment in Mission/ Foothill costs $2,617.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mission/ Foothill?
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 3 regular apartments in Mission/ Foothill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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