
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Clara Neighborhood of Hayward, CA from $1,500 (67 Rentals)
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Santa Clara, Hayward, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Clara?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Santa Clara Studio Apartments | $1,595 | $1,595 | $1,595 |
Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $1,810 | $2,732 |
Santa Clara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,552 | $2,195 | $3,137 |
Santa Clara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,295 | $3,295 | $3,295 |
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Cheapest Available Santa Clara Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Santa Clara area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Jackson Flats priced from $2,147. Solaris Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Santa Clara apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Jackson Flats | 1x1 classic 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,147 |
Solaris Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Timbers | 1X1 Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
Tehama Palms Apartment | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,300 |
The Mark | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Amador Village | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $2,645 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA
As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Clara area is the $3.03 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Amador Village in the in the Mt. Eden neighborhood starting from $2,645. The second greatest value Santa Clara apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Solaris Apartments starting at $2,195 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Mt. Eden neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Clara apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Amador Village | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
Solaris Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
Timbers | 1X1 Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
The Mark | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Jackson Flats | 1x1 classic 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
Tehama Palms Apartment | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSanta Clara, Hayward, CA
Ranked #22
Among neighborhoods in Hayward, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Santa Clara Neighborhood in Hayward, CA
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
39 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Cheap Santa Clara Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Clara?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Clara is Jackson Flats which is listed at $2,147, while the average apartment in Santa Clara costs $3,295.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Clara?
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 1 regular apartments in Santa Clara that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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