
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown San Leandro Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,700 (8 Rentals)
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Downtown San Leandro, San Leandro, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown San Leandro?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown San Leandro 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,198 | $2,595 | $3,700 |
Downtown San Leandro 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,425 | $3,400 | $3,450 |
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There are currently 8 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 Preda Apartments priced from $1,795. Seventy Harlan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Leandro apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Preda Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom (600) | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Seventy Harlan | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
150 Haas Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Leandro, CA
As of July 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Leandro area is the $2.25 price per square foot 281 Juana Ave Model at 281 Juana Ave, Unit 204 in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Downtown San Leandro apartment is the Two bedroom, two bath Loft Apartment Model at San Leandro Racquet Club starting at $2,597 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. |
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281 Juana Ave, Unit 204 | 281 Juana Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
San Leandro Racquet Club | Two bedroom, two bath Loft Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Redwood Grove | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Bel Mark Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
Linvale Townhomes | Chabot | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
Metro Park Apartment Homes | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
Fenix 424 by Trion Living | 1x1R | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
150 Haas Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
Soji by Trion Living | 1x1 Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Leandro
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown San Leandro?
There are currently 311 Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Leandro, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,549 to $5,134. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown San Leandro ranging from $1,700 to $3,700.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown San Leandro?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown San Leandro ranges from $1,700 to $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,790.
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