
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Hercules, CA from $899 (39 Rentals)
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The Exchange at Bayfront

Aventine

Willow Glen Apartments

The Villas at Harbor Pointe

Bayside Apartments

Multi-Family

755 Investment St

650 San Pablo Ave
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347 Vaqueros Ave

232 Garretson Ave

710 1st St

875 5th Ave

2--18 Railroad Ave

Seascape Court (por)

Rodeo Mobile Home park

2287 Cuadra Ct

100 Pacific Ave
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122 Railroad Ave

209-211 215 2nd St

Fernandez Corner B-D

6 Railroad Ave

770 Meadow Ave

2523 Samuel St
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312-314 Rodeo Ave

Ridgecrest Terrace

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1601 Primrose Ln

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Central, Hercules, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Studio Apartments | $2,315 | $1,700 | $2,698 |
| Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $1,525 | $3,528 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,156 | $1,696 | $6,076 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,982 | $2,099 | $5,150 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Neighborhood of Hercules, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vista Woods Senior priced from $899. Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Central apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Woods Senior | Senior Affordable One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $899 |
| Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior) | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,050 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR, 1BA | $2,080 |
| Bayside Apartments | 2x1-B2 | 2BR, 1BA | $2,199 |
| Aventine | 615 0B1B | Studio, 1BA | $2,463 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central, CA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central area is the $2.78 price per square foot 2x1-B1 Model at Bayside Apartments in the Tara Hills neighborhood starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Central apartment is the MARINA Model at The Villas at Harbor Pointe in the Tara Hills neighborhood starting at $2,080 with a $2.97 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayside Apartments | 2x1-B1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.78 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.97 |
| Aventine | 615 0B1B | Studio, 1BA | $4.00 |
| Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior) | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $3.45 |
| Vista Woods Senior | Senior Affordable Studio | Studio, 1BA | $4.40 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California, including Hercules. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment is $899 at Vista Woods Senior.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central is starting from $2,199 at Bayside Apartments.
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