
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Bal Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,300 (35 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lower Bal area of San Leandro.


Woodchase Apartments

San Leandro Racquet Club

Zelma

Parkside Commons

Lakeside Village

Parklane Apartments

14809 Oleander St
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Courtyard Apartments

1251 141st Ave

1263 143rd Ave

14855 Bancroft Ave

1336 141st Ave

1309 & 1311 135th Ave

14722 Martell Ave

895 Coburn Ct
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1210 141st Ave

1265 147th Ave

15308-15310 Upton Ave

1230 141st Ave

14729-14735 Martell Ave

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Hesperian Townhomes
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1200 141st Ave

Royale Apartments

Eden Roc

Alto Apartments

Eden Lodge

Parkside Apartment

Terrace Garden

Belle Apartments
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GW Apartments

15412 Hesperian Blvd
Lower Bal, San Leandro, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Bal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Bal Studio Apartments | $1,624 | $1,306 | $2,149 |
| Lower Bal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,687 | $2,413 |
| Lower Bal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,638 | $2,006 | $2,898 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Bal Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Zelma priced from $1,750. Sequoia Grove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,764. Here are the most affordable Lower Bal apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zelma | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Sequoia Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,764 |
| Parklane Apartments | Modern | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Lakeside Village | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,006 |
| Terrace Garden | Residence 5 | 1BR,1BA | $2,123 |
| PARKWEST APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Woodchase Apartments | WC1LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Parkside Commons | 1X1LTRCK | 1BR,1BA | $2,286 |
| Hesperian Townhomes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| San Leandro Racquet Club | Two bedroom, two bath Loft Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2,645 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Bal, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower Bal area is the $2.46 price per square foot Two bedroom, two bath Loft Apartment Model at San Leandro Racquet Club in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $2,645. The second greatest value Lower Bal apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Lakeside Village starting at $2,006 with a $2.23 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Leandro Racquet Club | Two bedroom, two bath Loft Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| Lakeside Village | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Hesperian Townhomes | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Terrace Garden | Residence 2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Sequoia Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| PARKWEST APARTMENTS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Woodchase Apartments | WC1LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Parkside Commons | 1X1LTRCK | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Zelma | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Parklane Apartments | Modern | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Bal Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lower Bal?
The cheapest apartment in Lower Bal is Zelma which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Lower Bal costs $2,771.
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 1 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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