Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pleasanton, CA from $1,500 (21 Rentals)

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1669 Catalina CtLivermore, CA 94550
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pleasanton, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Pleasanton, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pleasanton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Avignon$4,480$2,12731

Cheapest Available Pleasanton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pleasanton, CA is a Studio unit found at Aspenwood 62+ Senior Apartments in the Cottage Park neighborhood priced from $1,573. Sunset Gardens Apartments in the Dublin Pleasanton Livermore neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pleasanton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aspenwood 62+ Senior ApartmentsStudio - S4Studio,1BA$1,573
Sunset Gardens Apartments1 Bed/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,995
eaves DublinA1G1BR,1BA$2,021
eaves PleasantonA2G1BR,1BA$2,107
Las VentanasThe Cabo Apartment1BR,1BA$2,127

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pleasanton, CA

As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Pleasanton area is the $2.83 price per square foot Bordeaux Model at Pleasanton Glen Apartments in the in the Avignon neighborhood starting from $3,468. The second greatest value Pleasanton apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Park Hacienda starting at $2,725 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Dublin Ranch Villages neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pleasanton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pleasanton Glen ApartmentsBordeaux3BR,2BA$2.83
Park Hacienda2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.50
Valley Plaza VillagesPlan 2B2BR,2BA$2.36
Royal Garden Apartments2 bedroom 1.5 bath2BR,1.5BA$2.68
6570 Cotton Wood Cir, Unit #G6570 Cotton Wood Cir2BR,2BA$1.67
Santa Maria ApartmentsGarden Style2BR,2BA$3.03
Vercanta Pleasanton1x11BR,1BA$3.00
Avalon Dublin StationA4-B-Esp-patio1BR,1BA$3.13
Dublin Station by WindsorA41BR,1BA$3.15
The Seasons ApartmentsAutumn1BR,1BA$3.09

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Pleasanton Overview

There are many people who are flocking to the San Francisco Bay Region, looking for a beautiful place to live and work. As a result, Pleasanton, California has grown quickly. This is a city that is located in Alameda County, California. It is one of the wealthiest areas in the United States, and there are numerous job opportunities available. It is consistently included as one of the best cities to live in, and there are many people who are looking for apartments in Pleasanton. If you are looking for Pleasanton apartments, what do you need to know about the local area? Make sure you reach out to a professional who can help you find the right apartment to meet your needs.á

Why live in Pleasanton, CA?

There are a lot of reasons why so many people are deciding to live in Pleasanton, California. First, the area is relatively close to San Francisco and San Jose, however, the traffic is not nearly as heavy in Pleasanton as it is in San Francisco or San Jose. Second, the weather is also beautiful. The temperature is relatively constant throughout the year, and the humidity is mild. Finally, there are also a lot of job opportunities available in the local area as well. With numerous major companies building their headquarters in Pleasanton, California, there are plenty of opportunities for individuals to provide for their families with jobs that pay well.á

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Pleasanton, CA

Ranked #160

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Pleasanton, CA

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

33 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pleasanton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Pleasanton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pleasanton is under $2,248.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pleasanton?

The cheapest apartment in Pleasanton is Sunset Gardens Apartments which is listed at $1,995, while the average apartment in Pleasanton costs $4,480.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pleasanton?

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 Pleasanton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Pleasanton?

Cheap apartments in Pleasanton have an average cost of $162 which is $4,318 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Pleasanton.

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