
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hayward Park Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA from $2,000 (28 Rentals)
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Ivy Circle

Fiesta Apartments

42 Mission Dr

Park Laurel Apartments

Bermuda Apartments

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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID1148
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Two50 Downtown

Station Park Green

The Lark

West 5th

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710 Laurel Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID2069

Azara San Mateo

555 Laurel Ave, Unit 311, Unit 311
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65 W 5th Ave, Unit SI FL3-ID499

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1650 S Delaware St, Unit SI FL2-ID1044

Kiku Crossing

1950 Ivy St

Park Central

1113 Haddon Dr

1109 Haddon Dr
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960 Palm

100 Dartmouth Rd

46 Madison Ave.

2000 Delaware

Pacific Gardens

MODE Apartments

126 Dartmouth Rd
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Hayward Park, San Mateo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hayward Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayward Park Studio Apartments | $3,117 | $2,250 | $3,467 |
| Hayward Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,804 | $2,300 | $4,495 |
| Hayward Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,202 | $2,850 | $6,381 |
| Hayward Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,918 | $4,802 | $7,495 |
| Hayward Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,875 | $7,875 | $7,875 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hayward Park Neighborhood of San Mateo, CA.
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Cheapest Available Hayward Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hayward Park area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Laurel Apartments priced from $2,850. Two50 Downtown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,145. Here are the most affordable Hayward Park apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio,1BA | $3,145 |
| Station Park Green | Maple | Studio,1BA | $3,207 |
| The Lark | Willow | Studio,1BA | $3,409 |
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4,055 |
| MODE Apartments | D | 1BR,1BA | $4,084 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hayward Park, CA
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hayward Park area is the $5.25 price per square foot 1x1 1A Model at Azara San Mateo in the in the Western Hills neighborhood starting from $4,055. The second greatest value Hayward Park apartment is the D Model at MODE Apartments starting at $4,084 with a $5.35 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azara San Mateo | 1x1 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.25 |
| MODE Apartments | D | 1BR,1BA | $5.35 |
| Station Park Green | Fir | 1BR,1BA | $5.40 |
| Park Laurel Apartments | Partial 1 Bed/1 Bath Laundry On Site | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
| The Lark | Willow | Studio ,1BA | $6.28 |
| Two50 Downtown | Studio 480 sq ft | Studio ,1BA | $6.55 |
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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 Two50 Downtown listed at $3,145.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hayward Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hayward Park Apartment is $2,850 at Park Laurel Apartments.
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