
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Leandro Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $700 (57 Rentals)
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San Leandro Racquet Club

327 Woodland Park

Soji by Trion Living

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Woodchase Apartments

Redwood Grove Apartments

594 Victoria Ct

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170 Belleview Dr

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WOODSIDE

521 Victoria Ct

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236 Haas Ave, Unit 8

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100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1940

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100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1938

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100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1944

129 Oakes Blvd

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100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1941

Marea Alta

527-529 Callan Avenue

132 Dutton Ave

The Warren Manor Apartments
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Aspen Apartments

206 Chumalia St

540 Callan Ave

340-350 Callan Ave

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Preda Apartments

1253 Pacific Ave

Stoakes Apartments

1488-1494 Bancroft Ave

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341 Williams St

Villa Esta Apartments

1505-1567 Santa Maria St

Belleview Apartments

Dolores Apartments

510 Castro

Bella Vista on Bancroft

Thornton Apartments

118 Euclid Ave

150 Haas Avenue
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Downtown San Leandro, San Leandro, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Leandro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Leandro Studio Apartments | $2,111 | $1,595 | $2,502 |
| Downtown San Leandro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $1,680 | $3,080 |
| Downtown San Leandro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,751 | $2,040 | $4,898 |
| Downtown San Leandro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,885 | $3,885 | $3,885 |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown San Leandro Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown San Leandro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Leandro area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Soji by Trion Living priced from $1,795. Stoakes Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Leandro apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soji by Trion Living | 1x1 Partial | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Stoakes Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Redwood Grove Apartments | 1BR/1BA 800SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Bel Mark Apartments | One Bedroom - 755 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Seventy Harlan | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Woodchase Apartments | WC1LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| San Leandro Racquet Club | One bedroom, One bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2,102 |
| Metro Park Apartment Homes | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| WOODSIDE | C - 1X1 609 | 1BR,1BA | $2,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Leandro, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Leandro area is the $2.65 price per square foot 4X2 Model at Bella Vista on Bancroft in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $3,549. The second greatest value Downtown San Leandro apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 184 Callan Avenue starting at $2,995 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Halcyon District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Leandro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista on Bancroft | 4X2 | 4BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| 184 Callan Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Fenix 424 by Trion Living | 2x2R | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Thornton Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Hale Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 236 Haas Ave, Unit 8 | 236 Haas Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Seventy Harlan | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Redwood Grove Apartments | 1BR/1BA 800SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Bel Mark Apartments | One Bedroom - 755 | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Soji by Trion Living | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Leandro Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Leandro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown San Leandro Apartment is $1,795 at Soji by Trion Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown San Leandro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Leandro is starting from $2,299 at Woodchase Apartments.
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