
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bal Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,500 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bal area of San Leandro.


San Leandro Racquet Club

Seventy Harlan

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Onstad Manor

1513 Mono Ave

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Terrace Garden

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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 | $1,853 | $1,595 | $2,000 |
| Bal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $1,799 | $2,395 |
| Bal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,579 | $1,880 | $2,910 |
| Bal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,522 | $3,350 | $3,695 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bal Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA.
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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 Terrace Garden priced from $1,516. San Leandro Racquet Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,679. Here are the most affordable Bal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Garden | Residence 4 | Studio,1BA | $1,516 |
| San Leandro Racquet Club | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,679 |
| Alto Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| PARKWEST APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Parklane Apartments | Modern | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bal, CA
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bal area is the $2.16 price per square foot 281 Juana Ave Model at 281 Juana Ave, Unit 304 in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Bal apartment is the 2X1 Model at Hesperian Townhomes starting at $2,499 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Ashland 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 281 Juana Ave, Unit 304 | 281 Juana Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.16 |
| Hesperian Townhomes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Terrace Garden | Residence 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Bella Vista on Bancroft | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| PARKWEST APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Parkside Commons | 1X1S | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Bayfair | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Parklane Apartments | Modern | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| 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 Terrace Garden listed at $1,510.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bal Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bal Apartment is $1,795 at Alto 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 $2,066 at Terrace Garden.
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