Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Leandro Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $765 (3 Rentals)

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Marea Alta
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Marea Alta

1400-1498 San Leandro BlvdSan Leandro, CA 94577

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11810 Foothill Way
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

11810 Foothill Way

11810 Foothill WayOakland, CA 94605
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Downtown San Leandro, San Leandro, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Leandro, CA

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Leandro area is the $2.61 price per square foot 4X2 Model at Bella Vista on Bancroft in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $3,499. The second greatest value Downtown San Leandro apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Thornton Apartments starting at $2,645 with a $2.65 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bella Vista on Bancroft4X24BR,2BA$2.61
Thornton Apartments2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.65
Metro 348 Apartments2x1B2BR,1BA$2.97
Centro CallanB22BR,2BA$4.15
Bel Mark ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - 8702BR,2BA$2.98
WOODSIDEG - 2X2 839 SPLT2BR,2BA$3.18
Juana Ave-4751BR/1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$2.74
150 Haas Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.59
Woodchase ApartmentsWC1LOFT1BR,1BA$3.55
Metro Park Apartment Homes1X11BR,1BA$3.62

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Downtown San Leandro, San Leandro, CA

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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 $1,945 at 150 Haas Avenue.

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 $2,395 at Metro Park Apartment Homes.

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