Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hayward Park Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $1,900 (10 Rentals)

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Kiku Crossing
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kiku Crossing

480 E 4th AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

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1950 Ivy St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1950 Ivy St

1950 Ivy StSan Mateo, CA 94403
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Park Central
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park Central

724 Laurel AveSan Mateo, CA 94401
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1113 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1113 Haddon Dr

1113 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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1109 Haddon Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1109 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon DrSan Mateo, CA 94402
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960 Palm
1 Bedroom Apartments

960 Palm

960 Palm AveSan Mateo, CA 94401

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Hayward Park, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hayward Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hayward Park area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Laurel Apartments priced from $2,800. Two50 Downtown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here are the most affordable Hayward Park apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Laurel ApartmentsFully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/DryerStudio,1BA$2,800
Two50 DowntownStudio 480 sq ftStudio,1BA$2,995
Station Park GreenMapleStudio,1BA$3,067

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayward Park, CA

As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hayward Park area is the $3.55 price per square foot 2 Bedroom A Model at West 5th in the in the Central San Mateo neighborhood starting from $3,387. The second greatest value Hayward Park apartment is the Madrone Model at The Lark starting at $3,883 with a $5.57 price per square foot in the Western Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hayward Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
West 5th2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$3.55
The LarkMadrone1BR,1BA$5.57
Station Park GreenMapleStudio ,1BA$4.85
MODE ApartmentsAStudio ,1BA$5.96
Park Laurel ApartmentsFully Renovated Studio W/ Washer/DryerStudio ,1BA$5.60
Two50 DowntownStudio 480 sq ftStudio ,1BA$6.34

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Hayward Park, San Mateo, CA

Ranked #27

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hayward Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hayward Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hayward Park is at Park Laurel Apartments listed at $2,800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hayward Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hayward Park Apartment is $3,717 at Station Park Green.

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