Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Leandro Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,400 (55 Rentals)

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132 Dutton Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

132 Dutton Ave

132 Dutton AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Preda Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Preda Apartments

165 Preda StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Aspen Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Aspen Apartments

141 Estabrook StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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206 Chumalia St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

206 Chumalia St

206 Chumalia StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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540 Callan Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

540 Callan Ave

540 Callan AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Gateway Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

635 Dowling BlvdSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Stoakes Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoakes Apartments

123 Stoakes AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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1253 Pacific Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1253 Pacific Ave

1253 Pacific AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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341 Williams St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

341 Williams St

341 Williams StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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150 Haas Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

150 Haas Avenue

150 Haas AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
Senior Living
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Dolores Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Dolores Apartments

474 Dolores AveSan Leandro, CA 94577

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510 Castro
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

510 Castro

510 Castro StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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118 Euclid Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

118 Euclid Ave

118 Euclid AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Hale Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hale Apartments

566 Estudillo AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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184 Callan Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

184 Callan Avenue

184 Callan AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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693 Estudillo Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

693 Estudillo Ave

693 Estudillo AveSan Leandro, CA 94577
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107 Euclid Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

107 Euclid Ave

107 Euclid AveSan Leandro, CA 94577

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Downtown San Leandro, San Leandro, CA Local Guide

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 Studio unit found at San Leandro Racquet Club priced from $1,679. Soji by Trion Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,775. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Leandro apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
San Leandro Racquet ClubStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,679
Soji by Trion Living1x1 Partial1BR,1BA$1,775
Seventy Harlan0x1Studio,1BA$1,845
Onstad Manor1x11BR,1BA$1,925
150 Haas Avenue1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,975
Redwood Grove1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,995
WOODSIDEC - 1X1 6091BR,1BA$2,095
Woodchase ApartmentsWC1B1BR,1BA$2,099
Metro Park Apartment Homes1X11BR,1BA$2,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Leandro, CA

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Leandro area is the $2.50 price per square foot 2x2R Model at Fenix 424 by Trion Living in the in the Manor neighborhood starting from $2,751. The second greatest value Downtown San Leandro apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Bel Mark Apartments starting at $2,595 with a $2.42 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.
Fenix 424 by Trion Living2x2R2BR,2BA$2.50
Bel Mark Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.42
Bella Vista on Bancroft2X12BR,1BA$2.69
150 Haas Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.72
Hale Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.77
Linvale TownhomesChabot2BR,1BA$2.67
184 Callan Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.04
Redwood Grove1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.46
Onstad Manor1x11BR,1BA$2.45
Soji by Trion Living1x1 Reno1BR,1BA$2.95

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Downtown San Leandro, San Leandro, CA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for East San Francisco, CA. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Leandro Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown San Leandro?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown San Leandro is at San Leandro Racquet Club listed at $1,679.

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 $1,775 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 $2,312 at Metro Apartments.

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