
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old San Leandro Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA from $1,500 (42 Rentals)
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San Leandro Racquet Club

Seventy Harlan

Onstad Manor

Fenix 424 by Trion Living

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Bel Mark Apartments

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100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1931

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100 Callan Ave
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100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1942

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100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID1930

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100 Callan Ave, Unit SI FL5-ID1941

515 Davis St

527-529 Callan Avenue

132 Dutton Ave

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206 Chumalia St
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540 Callan Ave

Stoakes Apartments

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527 Callan Ave

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341 Williams St

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510 Castro

Bella Vista on Bancroft

118 Euclid Ave

150 Haas Avenue

184 Callan Ave

Hale Apartments

693 Estudillo Ave

1309 & 1311 135th Ave
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107 Euclid Ave

1774 Bancroft Ave
Old San Leandro, San Leandro, CA Local Guide

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 | $1,914 | $1,595 | $2,327 |
| Old San Leandro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,239 | $1,925 | $2,784 |
| Old San Leandro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,720 | $2,299 | $3,911 |
| Old San Leandro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,345 | $2,995 | $3,695 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old San Leandro Neighborhood of San Leandro, CA.
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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 San Leandro Senior Living priced from $1,595. Seventy Harlan has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Old San Leandro apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Leandro Senior Living | The Paris | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Seventy Harlan | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| Stoakes Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Thornton Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| WOODSIDE | C - 1X1 609 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Bel Mark Apartments | One Bedroom - 755 | 1BR,1BA | $2,115 |
| Metro Park Apartment Homes | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Woodchase Apartments | WC1LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Fenix 424 by Trion Living | 1x1R | 1BR,1BA | $2,218 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old San Leandro, CA
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old San Leandro area is the $2.50 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Model at Thornton Apartments in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Old San Leandro apartment is the Chabot Model at Linvale Townhomes starting at $2,400 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Bancroft 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Linvale Townhomes | Chabot | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Hale Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 150 Haas Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Bel Mark Apartments | Two Bedroom - 870 | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Fenix 424 by Trion Living | 1x1R | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| Metro Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Woodchase Apartments | WC1LOFT | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| San Leandro Senior Living | The Paris | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
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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 $1,895 at Stoakes Apartments.
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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