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Apartments for Rent in Hayward, CA

Across 34 rentals in Hayward, CA, the cheapest we list is $1,200/mo and the average asking rent is around $2,137/mo. That's about 9% under the CA average of $2,349/mo, on the cheaper side for the state. By size, expect one-bedrooms around $2,143/mo and two-bedrooms around $2,112/mo. Listings are ranked cheapest-first and updated regularly.

Updated Jun 9, 2026

Cheapest
$1,200
lowest listed rent
Average rent
$2,1379% below CA
across all sizes
Average by sizevs CA typical
Studio$2,0177% below CA
1 bed$2,1437% below CA
2 bed$2,11217% below CA
3 bed$2,995~ CA avg

34 rentals in Hayward, CA

Every size & style, ranked by price

2-bedroom apartment at The Mark in Hayward, CA
Apartment · Hayward
$2,195/mo
3.3(75)
2 bd|1 ba|860 ft²

The Mark

24663 Amador St., Hayward, CA

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Renting in Hayward, CA: common questions

How much is rent in Hayward, CA?
The average asking rent across the 34 listings we track in Hayward, CA is $2,137/mo, with the cheapest starting at $1,200/mo. Prices change often, so confirm current rates on each listing.
What is the cheapest apartment for rent in Hayward?
Solis Gardens Apartments is the lowest-priced rental we're tracking in Hayward, CA at $1,200/mo. We rank every listing cheapest-first so the best-value options are always at the top.
What is the average rent by bedroom in Hayward?
Based on the listings we track in Hayward, CA: studios around $2,017/mo, one-bedrooms around $2,143/mo, two-bedrooms around $2,112/mo, three-bedrooms around $2,995/mo. These are averages and shift with availability.
Is Hayward expensive to rent in?
Relatively no. Hayward's average rent of $2,137/mo is about 9% below the CA state average of $2,349/mo, making it one of the more affordable markets in the state.

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