Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Lorenzo, CA from $1,400 (54 Rentals)

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Sovereign Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sovereign Square

16215 Via ArribaSan Lorenzo, CA 94580
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2082 167th Ave
$1,650 - $1,750
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$1,650 - $1,750

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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 15

2082 167th Ave

2082 167th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Creekwood
$1,770 - $2,774
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Creekwood

22294 City Center DrHayward, CA 94541
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Fletcher Towers
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$1,800 - $2,700
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Fletcher Towers

781 Fletcher LnHayward, CA 94544
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The Mark
$1,915 - $3,600
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$1,915 - $3,600

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The Mark

24650 Amador StHayward, CA 94544
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21371 Garden Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

21371 Garden Ave

21371 Garden AveHayward, CA 94541
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Val Vista Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Val Vista Apartments

1557 165th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Parkside Apartment
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Apartment

14377 Bancroft AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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The Manzanita
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Manzanita

1475 167th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Hilltop Trio
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hilltop Trio

1711-1715 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Fairmont Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Fairmont Manor

1560 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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G and G Apartments
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G and G Apartments

1461 163rd AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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429 Smalley Ave
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429 Smalley Ave

429 Smalley AveHayward, CA 94541
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Montair Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montair Apartments

1545 165th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Eden Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Apartments

1201 B StHayward, CA 94541
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Jackson Arms Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jackson Arms Apartments

24545-24559 Amador StHayward, CA 94544
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The Grove
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Grove

763 Blossom WayHayward, CA 94541
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Bay Heart Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Heart Apartments

21788-21824 Thelma StHayward, CA 94541
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808 A Street Apartments
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808 A Street Apartments

802 A StHayward, CA 94541
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Eden Roc
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Roc

14665 Washington AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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The Hilvue
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Hilvue

1584 164th AveSan Leandro, CA 94578
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Valencia Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Valencia Gardens

21600 Westpark StHayward, CA 94541
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Cheapest Available San Lorenzo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Lorenzo, CA is a Studio unit found at 429 Smalley Ave in the Mt. Eden neighborhood priced from $1,650. Ashland Manor Apartments in the Ashland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Lorenzo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
429 Smalley Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,650
Ashland Manor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,745
Zelma1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Sequoia Grove Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,764
Fletcher TowersOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,800
Solaris Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,810
Andina Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,895
Parklane ApartmentsModern1BR,1BA$1,895
The Mark1x1 S1BR,1BA$1,915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Lorenzo, CA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Lorenzo area is the $2.20 price per square foot 2 BR / 2BA / DEN Model at Chateau Manor Apartments in the in the Springlake neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value San Lorenzo apartment is the 2x1 Model at Manchester Apartments starting at $2,057 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Ashland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Lorenzo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chateau Manor Apartments2 BR / 2BA / DEN2BR,2BA$2.20
Manchester Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.96
Andina Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.63
Lakeside Village2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.23
Fairmount Palms2-Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.66
Amador VillageMagnolia1BR,1BA$2.71
21371 Garden Ave2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.76
Sequoia Grove Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.71
Solaris Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.87
Zelma1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.78

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San Lorenzo Overview

San Lorenzo is located in the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area. What began as a squatter's community, turned into one of the first planned communities in the United States. The weather in San Lorenzo is fairly moderate throughout the year, with highs in the mid 70s during the summer and high 50s, low 60s in the winter. It is a short ride to San Francisco, and Oakland. There are many amenities throughout San Lorenzo, and the public transportation system makes it easy to live in apartments in San Lorenzo without a car.

Why live in San Lorenzo, CA?

The city of San Lorenzo offers residents plenty of amenities, while also providing a suburban type environment. It's easy to commute using public transportation throughout the Bay Area. This is a family orientated area, and one where many families choose to live. You can find restaurants, coffee shops, and parks throughout San Lorenzo. The weather is great throughout most of the year, as you aren't going to experience temperature extremes. As an area that is well-designed, San Lorenzo gives a community feel with a centralized school system, community parks, and recreational opportunities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Lorenzo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Lorenzo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Lorenzo is at 429 Smalley Ave listed at $1,650.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Lorenzo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Lorenzo Apartment is $1,745 at Ashland Manor Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Lorenzo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Lorenzo is starting from $2,006 at Lakeside Village.

What is the most affordable San Lorenzo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Lorenzo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Fairmount Palms and starts from $2,795.

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