Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Leandro, CA from $1,424 (111 Rentals)

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property at 1377 Ardmore Dr
$1,995

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Base Rent$1,995
Total Monthly Price$1,995
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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1377 Ardmore Dr

San LeandroCA94577
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Marea Alta
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Marea Alta

1400-1498 San Leandro BlvdSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Val Vista Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Val Vista Apartments

1557 165th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Parkside Apartment
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Apartment

14377 Bancroft AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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The Manzanita
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Manzanita

1475 167th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Fairmont Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fairmont Manor

1560 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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G and G Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

G and G Apartments

1461 163rd AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Hilltop Trio
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Trio

1711-1715 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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132 Dutton Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

132 Dutton Ave

132 Dutton AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Montair Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montair Apartments

1545 165th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Aspen Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Apartments

141 Estabrook StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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206 Chumalia St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

206 Chumalia St

206 Chumalia StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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540 Callan Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

540 Callan Ave

540 Callan AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Eden Roc
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Roc

14665 Washington AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Bel- Air Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bel- Air Apartments

15111 Washington AveSan Leandro, CA 94579
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Alto Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alto Apartments

1270 143rd AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Preda Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Preda Apartments

165 Preda StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Gateway Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

635 Dowling BlvdSan Leandro, CA 94577
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1253 Pacific Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1253 Pacific Ave

1253 Pacific AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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The Hilvue
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Hilvue

1584 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Marina Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Marina Apartments

2265 Marina BlvdSan Leandro, CA 94577
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San Leandro, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Leandro, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/11/2026

Current apartment rentals in the San Leandro, CA area range in price from $1,595 to $10,000 with an overall median price of $2,345. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Leandro Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Ashland$2,244$1,60028
Washington Manor Bonaire$2,395$1,59557

Cheapest Available San Leandro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Leandro, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakland Station in the Northeast San Leandro neighborhood priced from $1,424. Doolittle Apartments in the Manor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Leandro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakland Station1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,424
Doolittle ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,600
763 Blossom Way763 Blossom Way - 401BR,1BA$1,675
Ashland Manor1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,695
Lakeside Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,798
Hayward Village Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,798
Metro ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,810
Parklane ApartmentsModern1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Leandro, CA

As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Leandro area is the $1.00 price per square foot 1611 103rd Ave Model at 1611 103rd Ave, Unit One in the in the Northeast San Leandro neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value San Leandro apartment is the 4X2 Model at Bella Vista on Bancroft starting at $3,499 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Halcyon District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Leandro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1611 103rd Ave, Unit One1611 103rd Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
Bella Vista on Bancroft4X24BR,2BA$2.61
8647 Thermal St8647 Thermal St2BR,1BA$2.64
Manchester Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.09
Thornton Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.65
8400 MacArthur Blvd, Unit A8400 MacArthur Blvd2BR,1BA$2.50
Garden Villas Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.19
9305 Oscar Ave, Unit #2 is available9305 Oscar Ave2BR,1BA$2.63
150 Haas Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.59
Oakland Station1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.41

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San Leandro Overview

The California state is one of the liveliest places to be in. if has so much to offer in terms of entertainment, public and private amenities, landmark features and residential options. This makes it one of the best places to live. San Leandro is one of the best places to reside in with various San Leandro apartments available.

Why live in San Leandro, CA?

A great place to live in is where you can gain access to services and other amenities easily. A place where you can conveniently access top facilities and live life to the fullest. San Leandro is one such place. The place is strategically located and is served by a diverse road network. Besides that, there are more mass transit options in the area making movement in the city easy. Other than that, there are a number of entertainment and food options for relaxation and enjoyment. Parks, hospitals, educational facilities and stores are available in plenty. The diverse population, also, make the city attractive.

San Leandro, CA
Population: 89,703

Ranked #368

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Leandro Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Leandro?

The cheapest apartment in San Leandro is Oakland Station which is listed at $1,424, while the average apartment in San Leandro costs $2,345.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Leandro?

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 2 regular apartments in San Leandro 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 San Leandro?

Cheap apartments in San Leandro have an average cost of $811 which is $1,534 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Leandro.

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