
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Leandro Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,400 (54 Rentals)
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1540 Orchard Ave

San Leandro Racquet Club

Soji by Trion Living

Seventy Harlan

Redwood Grove

Woodchase Apartments

Onstad Manor

Bancroft Towers Apartments

Belleview Apartments
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100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1931

Bel Mark Apartments

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Centro Callan

Fenix 424 by Trion Living

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240 Chumalia St, Unit 2

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100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1938

100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1940

100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1941

414 Bancroft Ave

100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID1952

527-529 Callan Avenue

132 Dutton Ave

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206 Chumalia St

540 Callan Ave

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Stoakes Apartments

1253 Pacific Ave

Leilani Apartments

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341 Williams St

150 Haas Avenue

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Bella Vista on Bancroft

118 Euclid Ave

Thornton Apartments

Hale Apartments

184 Callan Avenue

693 Estudillo Ave

1309 & 1311 135th Ave

107 Euclid Ave

997 Karol Way
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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 | $2,063 | $1,595 | $2,392 |
| Downtown San Leandro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,219 | $1,450 | $4,400 |
| Downtown San Leandro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,687 | $1,995 | $5,524 |
| Downtown San Leandro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,695 | $3,695 | $3,695 |
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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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Leandro Racquet Club | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,679 |
| Soji by Trion Living | 1x1 Partial | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Seventy Harlan | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| 150 Haas Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Redwood Grove | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| WOODSIDE | C - 1X1 609 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Woodchase Apartments | WC1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Metro Park Apartment Homes | 1X1 | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fenix 424 by Trion Living | 2x2R | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Bel Mark Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Bella Vista on Bancroft | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 150 Haas Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Hale Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Linvale Townhomes | Chabot | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 184 Callan Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Redwood Grove | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Soji by Trion Living | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
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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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