
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Waterfront Neighborhood of Hercules, CA from $800 (38 Rentals)
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The Exchange at Bayfront

Aventine

Willow Glen Apartments

Bayside Apartments

The Villas at Harbor Pointe

Multi-Family

755 Investment St

347 Vaqueros Ave
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650 San Pablo Ave

232 Garretson Ave

710 1st St

2--18 Railroad Ave

Rodeo Mobile Home park

Seascape Court (por)

875 5th Ave

Seascape Apartments

209-211 215 2nd St
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1081 Tennent Ave

122 Railroad Ave

401 Laurel Ave

2287 Cuadra Ct

100 Pacific Ave

Fernandez Corner B-D

2291 Cuadra Ct

2523 Samuel St

6 Railroad Ave
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Ridgecrest Terrace

Pinole Grove Senior Housing

312-314 Rodeo Ave

Alvarez Court Apartments

1601 Primrose Ln

Rodeo Gateway Apartments
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300 - 330 Parker Avenue in Rodeo

Rodeo Bayview Apartments
The Waterfront, Hercules, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Waterfront Studio Apartments | $2,316 | $1,700 | $2,698 |
| The Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,399 | $1,840 | $3,078 |
| The Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,968 | $2,199 | $4,038 |
| The Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,607 | $2,906 | $5,011 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Waterfront Neighborhood of Hercules, CA.
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Cheapest Available The Waterfront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Waterfront area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vista Woods Senior priced from $1,798. 300 - 330 Parker Avenue in Rodeo has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable The Waterfront apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Woods Senior | Senior Affordable One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,798 |
| 300 - 330 Parker Avenue in Rodeo | pk.1x1du | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR,1BA | $1,910 |
| Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Bayside Apartments | 2x1-B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| The Dylan | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| Aventine | 649 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,517 |
| The Exchange at Bayfront | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,763 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Waterfront, CA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Waterfront area is the $2.82 price per square foot 3x2-C1 Model at Bayside Apartments in the in the Tara Hills neighborhood starting from $3,126. The second greatest value The Waterfront apartment is the B2 Model at The Exchange at Bayfront starting at $2,763 with a $3.19 price per square foot in the Tara Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayside Apartments | 3x2-C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| The Exchange at Bayfront | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 300 - 330 Parker Avenue in Rodeo | pk.1x1du | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Aventine | 615 0B1B | Studio ,1BA | $4.16 |
| Vista Woods Senior | Senior Affordable One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| The Dylan | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe Waterfront, Hercules, CA
Ranked #11
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in The Waterfront, Hercules, CA
Ohlone Elementary
Pinole Valley High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Waterfront Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Waterfront?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Waterfront is at The Dylan listed at $2,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Waterfront Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Waterfront Apartment is $1,798 at Vista Woods Senior.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Waterfront Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Waterfront is starting from $2,157 at Vista Woods Senior.
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