Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bal Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,500 (13 Rentals)

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Parkside Apartment
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Apartment

14377 Bancroft AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Terrace Garden
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Garden

14700 Washington 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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Alto Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alto Apartments

1270 143rd AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Eden Roc
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Roc

14665 Washington AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Sequoia Grove
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sequoia Grove

14575 Bancroft AveSan Leandro, CA 94578

Bal, San Leandro, CA Local Guide

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 $1,721. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terrace GardenResidence 4Studio,1BA$1,721
Alto Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,795
Bancroft Towers ApartmentsBancroft 1x11BR,1BA$1,882
Parklane ApartmentsModern1BR,1BA$1,895
Woodchase Apartment HomesWoodchase StudioStudio,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 $3.36 price per square foot 3x2 A Model at Metro 348 Apartments in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $3,695. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Metro 348 Apartments3x2 A3BR,2BA$3.36
281 Juana Ave, Unit 309281 Juana Ave2BR,1BA$2.60
Parkside Commons2X2FTRCK2BR,2BA$2.94
Hesperian Townhomes2X12BR,1BA$2.84
Onstad Manor1x11BR,1BA$2.45
San Leandro Racquet ClubOne bedroom, One bath Apartment1BR,1BA$2.97
Bella Vista on Bancroft1X11BR,1BA$3.02
PARKWEST APARTMENTS1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.97
Bancroft Towers ApartmentsBancroft 1x11BR,1BA$2.90
Bayfair1x11BR,1BA$3.29

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Bal, San Leandro, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including San Leandro. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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