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Lakeside Village
4170 Springlake DrSan Leandro, CA 94578
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San Leandro Racquet Club
2600 San Leandro BlvdSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Lower Bal, San Leandro, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Bal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Bal Studio Apartments | $1,617 | $1,306 | $2,116 |
| Lower Bal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $272 | $2,316 |
| Lower Bal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,535 | $2,000 | $2,898 |
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Cheapest Available Lower Bal Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Bal area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Lakeside Village priced from $1,306. Terrace Garden has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,713. Here are the most affordable Lower Bal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,306 |
| Terrace Garden | Residence 4 | Studio,1BA | $1,713 |
| Alto Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Bal, CA
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Bal area is the $2.79 price per square foot 2X2 Townhome Model at Parkside Commons in the in the Springlake neighborhood starting from $2,713. The second greatest value Lower Bal apartment is the 2X1 Model at Hesperian Townhomes starting at $2,499 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Ashland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Bal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Commons | 2X2 Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Hesperian Townhomes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Zelma Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Terrace Garden | Residence 2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| San Leandro Racquet Club | One bedroom, One bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| PARKWEST APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Summerhill Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Lakeside Village | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
| Parklane Apartments | Modern | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Woodchase Apartment Homes | Woodchase Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
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Getting Around the Lower Bal Neighborhood in San Leandro, CA
Walk Score®
79 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Bal Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Lower Bal?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Lower Bal is under $2,499.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Bal?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Bal is Alto Apartments which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Lower Bal costs $2,574.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lower Bal?
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 10 regular apartments in Lower Bal that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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