
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Heron Bay Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,500 (18 Rentals)
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1015 Tulane Ave, Unit 1015 Tulane, Unit 1015 Tulane

Newport Apartments

Zelma Apartments

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Summerhill Terrace
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Marina Plaza

Sequoia Grove Apartments

Eden Roc

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Argyle Apartments

Marina Vista

15310 Central Ave

15065 Hesperian Blvd
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Heron Bay, San Leandro, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Heron Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Bay Studio Apartments | $1,586 | $1,586 | $1,586 |
| Heron Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $1,687 | $2,325 |
| Heron Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,095 | $2,898 |
| Heron Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,217 | $2,949 | $3,392 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Heron Bay Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA.
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Cheapest Available Heron Bay Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Heron Bay area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sequoia Grove Apartments priced from $1,764. Newport Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Heron Bay apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sequoia Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,764 |
| Newport Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Zelma Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Bel Tempo Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,015 |
| Summerhill Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Heron Bay, CA
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Heron Bay area is the $2.83 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath A Model at Marina Haven Apartments in the in the Manor neighborhood starting from $3,392. The second greatest value Heron Bay apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath B Model at Marina Plaza starting at $2,949 with a $2.87 price per square foot in the Manor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Heron Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marina Haven Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath A | 3BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| Marina Plaza | 3 Bed 2 Bath B | 3BR,2BA | $2.87 |
| Parkside Commons | 2X2 Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $2.83 |
| 941 Lewelling Blvd, Unit 204 | 941 Lewelling Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Bel Tempo Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Hesperian Townhomes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Marina Vista | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Washington Townhomes | Washington 2x1.5 TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.87 |
| Sequoia Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Zelma Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
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Best Local Schools in Heron Bay, San Leandro, CA
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Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States including Heron Bay, San Leandro, and the greater San Francisco area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Heron Bay Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Heron Bay?
The cheapest apartment in Heron Bay is Sequoia Grove Apartments which is listed at $1,764, while the average apartment in Heron Bay costs $3,159.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Heron Bay?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Heron Bay that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Heron Bay?
Cheap apartments in Heron Bay have an average cost of $890 which is $2,269 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Heron Bay.
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