Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Leandro Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,400 (30 Rentals)

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206 Chumalia St
1 Bedroom Apartments

206 Chumalia St

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

341 Williams St

341 Williams StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Dolores Apartments
1 to 2 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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Preda Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Preda Apartments

165 Preda StSan Leandro, CA 94577
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Alto Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Alto Apartments

1270 143rd AveSan Leandro, CA 94578

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 Senior Living priced from $1,400. San Leandro Racquet Club has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,549. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Leandro apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
San Leandro Senior LivingThe ParisStudio,1BA$1,400
San Leandro Racquet ClubStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,549
Seventy Harlan0x1Studio,1BA$1,745
Woodchase Apartment HomesWoodchase StudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Alto Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,895
Soji by Trion Living1x1 Reno1BR,1BA$1,895
Linda D Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,895
Onstad Manor1x11BR,1BA$1,925
Bel Mark ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,925
Redwood Grove1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Leandro, CA

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Leandro area is the $2.58 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Redwood Grove in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $2,575. The second greatest value Downtown San Leandro apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 150 Haas Avenue starting at $2,175 with a $2.20 price per square foot in the Bancroft 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.
Redwood Grove2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.58
150 Haas Avenue2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.20
Bel Mark Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.63
Linvale TownhomesChabot2BR,1BA$2.89
132 Dutton Ave2x12BR,1BA$2.69
Fenix 424 by Trion Living1x1R1BR,1BA$2.61
Onstad Manor1x11BR,1BA$2.45
San Leandro Senior LivingThe Aria1BR,1BA$2.88
Soji by Trion Living1x1 Reno1BR,1BA$2.92
San Leandro Racquet ClubStudio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$2.95

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Downtown San Leandro, San Leandro, CA

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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 Senior Living listed at $1,400.

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 $1,895 at Alto Apartments.

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 $2,175 at 150 Haas Avenue.

What is the most affordable Downtown San Leandro Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown San Leandro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Centro Callan and starts from $4,499.

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