100 Best Apartments in San Leandro, CA (with reviews)

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Rent prices in cities near San Leandro, CA

Apartments in Alameda $2,634
Apartments in Belmont $2,707
Apartments in Berkeley $3,312
Apartments in Burlingame $2,946
Apartments in Castro Valley $2,407
Apartments in Cupertino $3,652
Apartments in Daly City $2,477
Apartments in Danville $3,639
Apartments in Dublin $2,844
Apartments in East Bay $2,570
Apartments in Emeryville $2,798
Apartments in Foster City $3,547
Apartments in Fremont $2,744
Apartments in Hayward $2,335
Apartments in Livermore $2,554
Apartments in Millbrae $3,205
Apartments in Milpitas $3,017
Apartments in Mountain View $3,373
Apartments in Newark $2,653
Apartments in Oakland $2,816
Apartments in Pacifica $2,917
Apartments in Palo Alto $3,704
Apartments in Petaluma $2,825
Apartments in Pleasanton $2,937
Apartments in Redwood City $3,413
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Apartments in San Francisco $3,397
Apartments in San Jose $2,972
Apartments in San Mateo $3,456
Apartments in San Ramon $2,713
Apartments in Santa Clara $3,093
Apartments in Santa Cruz $3,220
Apartments in South San Francisco $3,027
Apartments in Stockton $1,552
Apartments in Sunnyvale $3,071
Apartments in Tracy $2,455
Apartments in Union City $2,550
Apartments in Vacaville $2,275
Apartments in Vallejo $2,160
Apartments in Walnut Creek $2,539

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Rent prices in San Leandro, CA's popular neighborhoods

Apartments in Downtown San Leandro $2,181
Apartments in Eastshore $2,082
Apartments in North San Leandro $2,082

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Average rent in San Leandro, CA

$2,198/mo San Leandro, CA average rental price, July 2022

The average monthly rent of apartments in San Leandro, CA is $2,198.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,706, the average rent in San Leandro, CA is $2,198.

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in San Leandro, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in San Leandro, CA were last updated on 4 Oct 2022.

What are the best apartments in San Leandro, CA?

The best apartments in San Leandro, CA are: Linvale Townhomes, Gateway San Leandro, LIBERTY HILL TOWNHOMES, Preda Apartments and Woodchase Apartment Homes.

What is the average rent in San Leandro, CA?

The average rent in San Leandro, CA is $2,198. Start your search for apartments in San Leandro, CA now.

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

The price range for a studio apartment in San Leandro, CA is between $1,975 and $5,000. View all studio apartments in San Leandro, CA.

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

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Leandro, CA is between $1,995 and $2,430. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in San Leandro, CA now.

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

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in San Leandro, CA is between $1,995 and $2,875. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in San Leandro, CA.

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

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in San Leandro, CA is between $2,400 and $2,700. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in San Leandro, CA.

What type of rental buildings are in San Leandro, CA?

In San Leandro 44% of the housing is rented out compared to 56% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 21% of San Leandro’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 51% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 27% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in San Leandro, 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 San Leandro are about 46 years old, on average. Of these, 8% 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 2 stories. About 92% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 3% 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 San Leandro, CA?

Rental apartments in San Leandro come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 9% 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 49% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 40% of all rentals in San Leandro. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in San Leandro, CA

On the San Francisco Bay, as a suburb of Oakland, is the city of San Leandro, California. Located in Alameda County, this small town is right between downtown Oakland, located just 15 minutes away by car, and Hayward. For renters who commute into San Francisco for work, it’s only about 20 miles southeast. San Leandro is a very popular community for renters who work in either of those big cities. The public school system in San Leandro is above average for young professionals who want to raise a family here. The weather in this area is a fairly even temperature for most of the year, pleasant and mildly warm. The winters are short and pretty cold, so it’s always a good time for renters to get outside and enjoy the parks there. That includes the gorgeous Marina Park which is right on the Bay near rental apartment communities.

Renting in San Leandro, CA

An almost equal number of people rent versus owning their own homes in San Leandro. For the very lucky few that can live in rental apartments on the San Francisco Bay, the views are stunning. It offers access to water sports right off the properties, like kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and canoeing. Most apartments for rent in the San Leandro area are clustered around a few different districts, including the East 14th Street Business District, Floresta Gardens, and the cool hipster vibe of the Broadmor District. Apartment communities are mostly located near greenery and lush landscaping to provide renters with access to walking trails, picnic areas, and dog parks. Overall, San Leandro is a good place to live with access to city amenities like restaurants, wine bars, and shops nearby most rental apartments.

San Leandro, CA demographics

90,489Total Population
46,338 Female

44,151 Male
41.1Median Age

San Leandro, CA has a population of 90,489 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 46,338 of East Bay’s residents are women and 44,151 are men. The median age of those who live in San Leandro, CA is 41.1.

Shopping in San Leandro, CA

With easy access to all the attractions the area has to offer, renters don’t have to go far to shop in many different places around this small town. The Bayfair Center is a typical indoor mall complex that has stores like Macy’s, Target, and Kohl’s. There is a Century movie theater there with restaurants and chain stores. Other outdoor shopping plazas include Marina Square Center and San Leandro Plaza. For grocery shopping, San Leandro renters have access to a Sprouts Farmers Market for organic foods, Safeway, and a Foodnet Supermarket Inc. Plus, it’s easy for local renters to travel to either San Francisco or Oakland for larger shopping areas and boutique stores all around each city.

San Leandro, CA households

20,675 Family

10,599 Non-family
9,698 Children

21,576 No Children

31,274Total Number of Households
2.88Average People Per Household
$86,604Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 31,274 households in San Leandro, CA. 20,675 are family households and 10,599 are non-family households. There are 9,698 households with children in East Bay and 21,576 households without children. On average, about 2.88 people live in a household in San Leandro, CA.

Transportation in San Leandro, CA

There are a few major interstates that go through San Leandro making transportation with a car a breeze. That includes Interstate 880, Interstate 580, and Interstate 238. East 14th Street is a big roadway that many local renters use. Public transportation is run by the Bay Area Rapid Transit and the BART District. AC Transit is a local bus service that is exclusive to the San Leandro area. People use it to get around to the downtown area, and places by the marina. Living in San Leandro gives renters easy access to San Francisco International Airport and Oakland International Airport, both within 30 minutes by car.

San Leandro, CA education statistics

The level of education of the population of San Leandro, CA is as follows: 7% have no high school education, 32% completed some high school, 25% partially completed college, 8% have an Associate Degree, 20% have a Bachelor Degree, and 9% have a Graduate Degree.

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