
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bal Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,500 (30 Rentals)
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1680 150th Ave, Unit 7, Unit 7

San Leandro Racquet Club

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Seventy Harlan

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Bal, San Leandro, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bal Studio Apartments | $1,795 | $1,595 | $1,899 |
| Bal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,193 | $1,895 | $3,379 |
| Bal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,742 | $2,312 | $3,609 |
| Bal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,245 | $2,795 | $3,695 |
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Cheapest Available Bal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bal area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at San Leandro Racquet Club priced from $1,679. Sequoia Grove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,764. Here are the most affordable Bal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Leandro Racquet Club | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,679 |
| Sequoia Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,764 |
| Seventy Harlan | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| Parklane Apartments | Modern | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Bayfair | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,005 |
| Woodchase Apartments | WC1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Metro Park Apartment Homes | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Terrace Garden | Residence 6 | 2BR,1BA | $2,221 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bal, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bal area is the $2.83 price per square foot 2X2 Townhome Model at Parkside Commons in the in the Springlake neighborhood starting from $2,752. The second greatest value Bal apartment is the 2X1 Model at Bella Vista on Bancroft starting at $2,499 with a $2.69 price per square foot in the Halcyon District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Commons | 2X2 Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| Bella Vista on Bancroft | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Fairmount Palms | 2-Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.66 |
| Hesperian Townhomes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Terrace Garden | Residence 3 | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Sequoia Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Woodchase Apartments | WC1LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Bayfair | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| San Leandro Racquet Club | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $3.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bal Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bal?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bal is at San Leandro Racquet Club listed at $1,679.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bal Apartment is $1,764 at Sequoia Grove Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bal Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bal is starting from $2,213 at Terrace Garden.
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