
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old San Leandro Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $765 (5 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old San Leandro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old San Leandro Studio Apartments | $2,113 | $1,595 | $2,645 |
| Old San Leandro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,330 | $1,895 | $3,272 |
| Old San Leandro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,758 | $2,395 | $3,992 |
| Old San Leandro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,885 | $3,885 | $3,885 |
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Cheapest Available Old San Leandro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old San Leandro area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Metro Apartments priced from $1,810. 150 Haas Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,945. Here are the most affordable Old San Leandro apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,810 |
| 150 Haas Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| Bel Mark Apartments | One Bedroom - 755 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old San Leandro, CA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old San Leandro area is the $2.61 price per square foot 4X2 Model at Bella Vista on Bancroft in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $3,499. The second greatest value Old San Leandro apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Thornton Apartments starting at $2,645 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the Halcyon District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old San Leandro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Vista on Bancroft | 4X2 | 4BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Thornton Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Metro 348 Apartments | 2x1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Centro Callan | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.15 |
| Bel Mark Apartments | Two Bedroom - 870 | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| WOODSIDE | G - 2X2 839 SPLT | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| Juana Ave-475 | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.74 |
| 150 Haas Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Woodchase Apartments | WC1LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| Metro Park Apartment Homes | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old San Leandro Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old San Leandro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old San Leandro Apartment is $1,945 at 150 Haas Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old San Leandro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old San Leandro is starting from $2,395 at Metro Park Apartment Homes.
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