
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ashland Neighborhood of San Lorenzo, CA from $1,550 (26 Rentals)
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Lakeside Village

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Ashland, San Lorenzo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ashland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland Studio Apartments | $1,690 | $1,690 | $1,690 |
| Ashland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,002 | $1,695 | $3,211 |
| Ashland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,634 | $1,995 | $4,488 |
| Ashland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,465 | $2,440 | $9,589 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ashland Neighborhood of San Lorenzo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Ashland Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ashland area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Lakeside Village priced from $1,690. Ashland Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Ashland apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Village | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,690 |
| Ashland Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,695 |
| Shamor Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,895 |
| Bayfair | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,005 |
| Mattox Apartments | Floor plan 1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,050 |
| Manchester Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2,197 |
| ReNew One59 | Oxford | 1BR, 1BA | $2,239 |
| Summerhill Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2,250 |
| Sandpiper Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2,395 |
| Fairmount Palms | 2-Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ashland, CA
As of September 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ashland area is the $2.09 price per square foot 2x1 Model at Manchester Apartments in the Ashland neighborhood starting from $2,197. The second greatest value Ashland apartment is the 2-Bedroom Model at Fairmount Palms in the Ashland neighborhood starting at $2,395 with a $2.66 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ashland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.09 |
| Fairmount Palms | 2-Bedroom | 2BR, 1.5BA | $2.66 |
| Hesperian Townhomes | 2X1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.95 |
| Sandpiper Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR, 1.5BA | $3.48 |
| Summerhill Terrace | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $3.57 |
| Bayfair | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.34 |
| ReNew One59 | Oxford | 1BR, 1BA | $3.73 |
| Mattox Apartments | Floor plan 1 | 1BR, 1BA | $3.53 |
| Lakeside Village | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $2.96 |
| Ashland Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $3.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ashland Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ashland?
The cheapest apartment in Ashland is Ashland Manor which is listed at $1,695, while the average apartment in Ashland costs $2,239.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ashland?
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 3 regular apartments in Ashland that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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