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    2020 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
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    STUDIO $2,195
    2 BEDS $2,650
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    564 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
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    STUDIO $1,995
    1 BED $2,195+
    2 BEDS $2,550
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    • Pool
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    433 Buena Vista Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
    2 BEDS $1,973
    3 BEDS $3,041+
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    1901 Shoreline Drive, Alameda, CA 94501
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    250 Mosley Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
    2 BEDS $4,821
    3 BEDS $4,446
    4 BEDS $4,798+
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    430 Buena Vista Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
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    2510 Central Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
    1 BED $2,395
    2 BEDS $2,895
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    2110 Santa Clara Ave., Alameda, CA 94501
    STUDIO $1,925
    1 BED $2,099+
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    934 Shorepoint Court, Alameda, CA 94501
    STUDIO $2,416
    1 BED $3,229
    2 BEDS $3,614+
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    1777 Clement Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
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    1 BED $2,816+
    2 BEDS $4,065+
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    1518 Clement Ave., Alameda, CA 94501
    STUDIO $2,345
    1 BED $2,921+
    2 BEDS $4,074+
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    2045 San Antonio Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
    STUDIO $2,837+
    3 BEDS $1,988
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    460 BUENA VISTA AVENUE, ALAMEDA, CA 94501
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    1903 THIRD STREET, ALAMEDA, CA 94501
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    703 ATLANTIC AVE., ALAMEDA, CA 94501
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    1335 Pearl Street, Alameda, CA 94501
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    40 Harrison St, Oakland, CA 94607
    STUDIO $1,857+
    1 BED $2,095+
    2 BEDS $2,647
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    412 Madison St, Oakland, CA 94607
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    219 9Th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606
    1 BED $2,395+
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    260 Brooklyn Basin Way, Oakland, CA 94606
    STUDIO $2,197+
    1 BED $2,382+
    2 BEDS $3,502+
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    527 23Rd Avenue, Oakland, CA 94606
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    125 2Nd Street, Oakland, CA 94607
    1 BED $2,591+
    2 BEDS $4,214+
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    825 6Th Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
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Alameda, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Alameda, CA have increased by 2.18% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,905 to $2,969.

Average rent in Alameda, CA

$2,969/mo Alameda, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Alameda, CA is $2,969.

    What's the typical rent budget in Alameda, CA?

    About 33% of apartment rents in Alameda, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 35% of apartments. Around 28% of East Bay’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 4% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Alameda, CA (35%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Alameda, CA

    38 /100
    Car-Dependent
    35 /100
    Some Transit
    74 /100
    Very Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 38, Transit Score®: 35, Bike Score®: 74

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Alameda, CA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Alameda, CA were last updated on 16 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Alameda, CA?

    The best apartments in Alameda, CA are: Marine View Apartments, Three Crown Apartments, SUMMER HOUSE APARTMENTS, 1901 Shoreline Apartments and Admirals Cove.

    What is the average rent in Alameda, CA?

    The average rent in Alameda, CA is $2,915.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Alameda, CA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Alameda, CA is between $1,925 and $7,541.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Alameda, CA?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Alameda, CA is between $1,995 and $4,823.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Alameda, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Alameda, CA is between $1,925 and $7,541.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Alameda, CA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Alameda, CA is between $3,041 and $10,818.

    What type of rental buildings are in Alameda, CA?

    In Alameda, 51% of the residents are renting compared to 49% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 19% of Alameda’s rentals, 64% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 17% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Alameda, CA?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Alameda are about 42 years old, on average. Of these, 29% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 4 stories. About 95% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 19% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Alameda, CA?

    Rental apartments in Alameda come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 10% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 43% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 39% of all rentals in Alameda. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

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    Living in Alameda, CA

    Alameda is a gorgeous coastal city in California, whose name means “tree-lined streets” in Spanish. It’s a fitting name with landscaping that is very impressive for the renters who get to live there. The city is mostly located on Alameda Island and Bay Farm Island, so there are plenty of coastal apartments in Alameda to choose from that are very appealing. Renters love how walkable the neighborhoods are, with easy access to shops and restaurants. In addition, Alameda renters enjoy proximity to an amazing park with water sports including kayaking, surfing and stand-up paddle boarding at Robert W. Crown Memorial State Beach. Located in Alameda County, this small town is part of the Oakland Metropolitan area, but is right across the San Francisco Bay to the city of San Francisco via Interstate 80.

    Renting in Alameda, CA

    There are many coastal rental apartments in Alameda to choose from that offer spectacular views of the bay. Renters love being able to walk to Spirits Alley, which has a variety of wineries and breweries to explore. Apartment communities in Alameda are well-maintained and desirable to live in, with amenities like pools, tennis courts and access to the water with kayak launches right on the property. There are some taller apartment buildings throughout the area that look more like condo communities that offer great views. Overall, the areas around the apartments in Alameda include restaurants, coffee shops and retail stores for renters to enjoy.

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    Shopping in Alameda, CA

    Renters can experience a unique shopping experience in Alameda. Right on the main island, there are five different shopping plazas, including Alameda Landing, Webster Square Shopping Center, Neptune Plaza Shopping Center, South Shore Center and Bridgeside Shopping Center. Alameda Landing is an especially popular spot with, open-air shopping and over 30 stores to explore for renters. There are many specialty grocery stores to shop from around apartments in Alameda, including Nob Hill Foods, Woodlands Market and Bonfare Market. Encinal Market is a small local place where renters can get organic foods right by the coast. Target Grocery and Trader’s Joes are right on the island, as well.

    Transportation in Alameda, CA

    To access Alameda island, there are three bridges off of the mainland. These include Park Street, Fruitvale Avenue and the High Street bridge in Oakland. There are also two tubes on Posey and Webber Streets that go into Oakland’s Chinatown area. For public transportation, renters can use the AC Transit buses that go into Oakland and Berkley. For renters who commute for work and need to get across the San Francisco Bay, there’s the Alameda Harbor Bay Ferry and a San Francisco Bay Ferry that is operated by the Water Transit Authority. For air travel, renters usually go through the Oakland International Airport or the San Francisco International Airport. In addition, the “BikeWalkAlameda” initiative makes it easy for renters to bike and walk around most neighborhoods.

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