
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bal Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,500 (13 Rentals)
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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 | $1,808 | $1,595 | $2,116 |
| Bal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,875 | $2,395 |
| Bal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,592 | $1,995 | $2,825 |
| Bal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,695 | $3,695 | $3,695 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 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 $1,714. Alto Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. 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 | $1,714 |
| Alto Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Bancroft Towers Apartments | Bancroft 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,882 |
| Parklane Apartments | Modern | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Woodchase Apartment Homes | Woodchase Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bal, CA
As of December 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bal area is the $2.36 price per square foot 2X2 Model at Bella Vista on Bancroft in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $2,499. The second greatest value Bal apartment is the 281 Juana Ave Model at 281 Juana Ave, Unit 309 starting at $2,595 with a $2.60 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista on Bancroft | 2X2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.36 |
| 281 Juana Ave, Unit 309 | 281 Juana Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Parkside Commons | 2X2FTRCK | 2BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| Hesperian Townhomes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Terrace Garden | Residence 2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| San Leandro Racquet Club | One bedroom, One bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| PARKWEST APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Bancroft Towers Apartments | Bancroft 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Bayfair | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bal Apartments
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 $2,142 at Terrace Garden.
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