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594 Victoria Ct

San LeandroCA94577

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San LeandroCA94577

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1400-1498 San Leandro BlvdSan Leandro, CA 94577

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Leandro, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/28/2026

Current apartment rentals in the San Leandro, 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 San Leandro Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Ashland$3,500$1,3508
Washington Manor Bonaire$4,200$2,7007

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 $1,421. 763 Blossom Way in the North Hayward neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. 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$1,421
763 Blossom Way763 Blossom Way - 401BR,1BA$1,675
Hayward Village Senior Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,687
Zelma1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Lorenzo CommonsPlan A1BR,1BA$1,753
Parklane ApartmentsModern1BR,1BA$1,895
Soji by Trion Living1x1 Reno1BR,1BA$1,895
Stoakes Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Leandro, CA

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Leandro area is the $2.40 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 184 Callan Avenue in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value San Leandro apartment is the 2 BR / 2BA / DEN Model at Chateau Manor Apartments starting at $2,795 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Springlake 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.
184 Callan Avenue2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.40
Chateau Manor Apartments2 BR / 2BA / DEN2BR,2BA$2.28
Fenix 424 by Trion Living2x2R2BR,2BA$2.45
Manchester Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.09
Ashland Garden ApartmentsAshland 2x12BR,1BA$2.49
Thornton Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.50
236 Haas Ave, Unit 8236 Haas Ave2BR,1BA$2.61
Seventy Harlan1x11BR,1BA$2.57
Redwood Grove Apartments1BR/1BA 800SF1BR,1BA$2.49
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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Leandro Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Leandro Apartment is $1,421 at Oakland Station.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Leandro Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Leandro is starting from $1,698 at Oakland Station.

What is the most affordable San Leandro Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Leandro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairmount Palms and starts from $2,795.

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