
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Clara Neighborhood of Hayward, CA from $1,495 (80 Rentals)
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The Mark

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Tehama Palms Villa

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Cross Creek Townhomes

184 A St

Blackstone at The Cannery

260 Flint Ct

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21761 Meekland Ave

22884 Alice Street

223 Smalley Ave

22721 Souza Ct

373 Laurel Ave

389 Meek Ave

188 Sunset Blvd

295 Flint Ct

484 B St

22810 Myrtle St
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22226-22234 S Garden Ave

22241-22247 S Garden Ave

23856 Santa Clara St

207 Hathaway Ct

NB EBS T 485

24175 & 24177 Magna Ave

21335-21347 Hathaway Ave

577 B St

22409 Meekland Ave
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240-244 Laurel Ave

22235 S Garden Ave

185-197 Poplar Ave

627-637 Marin Ave

601-609 Tehama Ave

562 Marin Ave

323 Smalley Ave

22615 Alice St

21853-21869 Meekland Ave

421-423A Meek Ave
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Southland Villas

23374-23376 Ida Ln

21875 Hathaway Ave

Sohal Apartments

21271 Hathaway Ave

22343 Garden

Burbank St

24024 Park St

265 Flint Ct

22779 Grand St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Clara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $1,795 | $2,814 |
| Santa Clara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,808 | $2,140 | $5,100 |
| Santa Clara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,505 | $3,360 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 80 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Santa Clara Neighborhood of Hayward, CA.
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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 Studio unit found at 429 Smalley Ave priced from $1,495. Hayward Village Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,798. Here are the most affordable Santa Clara apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 429 Smalley Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Hayward Village Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,798 |
| The Mark | 1x1 L | 1BR,1BA | $2,115 |
| Tehama Palms Villa | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| 22811-22815 Grand St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Amador Village | Poplar | 1BR,1BA | $2,543 |
| NB EBS T 485 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,550 |
| 22390 Salwan Pl | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $5,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Clara, CA
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Clara area is the $3.92 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at 22390 Salwan Pl in the in the Mt. Eden neighborhood starting from $5,100. The second greatest value Santa Clara apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at NB EBS T 485 starting at $2,550 with a $2.32 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22390 Salwan Pl | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $3.92 |
| NB EBS T 485 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Amador Village | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 22811-22815 Grand St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Tehama Palms Villa | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| The Mark | 1x1 L | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 569 Smalley Ave | 569 Smalley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Hayward Village Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| 429 Smalley Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $4.98 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Clara Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment is $1,798 at Hayward Village Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Clara Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Clara is starting from $2,140 at Hayward Village Senior Apartments.
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