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Apartments for Rent in East Bay, CA under $1200

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  • a living room with chairs and a coffee table
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    REDWOOD BUILDING 20200-20212 REDWOOD ROAD, CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94546
    STUDIO $250
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a black countertop.
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    1831-1835 Harmon Street, Berkeley, CA 94703
    1 BED $1,150+
  • a living room with a couch and a chair and a window
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    4161 Keegan St, Dublin, CA 94568
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a dining room with a wooden table and chairs
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    100 Civic Drive, Hercules, CA 94547
    1 BED $1,096
  • the front of a building with a car parked outside
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    1620 SAN PABLO AVE, BERKELEY, CA 94702
    STUDIO $100+
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  • a living room with a table and chairs and a couch
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    4950 Empire Avenue, Oakley, CA 94561
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    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a swimming pool in front of an apartment building
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    1316 Las Juntas Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $1,046+
  • A dining room with a table set for two and a chandelier.
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    15563 Harbor Way, San Leandro, CA 94579
    1 BED $1,100
  • A living room with a white sofa and a chandelier.
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    15563 Harbor Way, San Leandro, CA 94579
    1 BED $1,150
  • A kitchen with a glass table and chairs.
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    3581 Markley Creek Dr, Antioch, CA 94509
    1 BED $875
  • A living room with black leather furniture and a wooden coffee table.
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    1517 Marie Ave, Antioch, CA 94509
    1 BED $850
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  • A living room with a grey couch and a yellow chair.
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    Hillside Avenue, Concord, CA 94520
    1 BED $999
  • A kitchen with a fan and a dining table.
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    2148 Morrow Street, Hayward, CA 94544
    1 BED $1,150
  • A bedroom with a floral bedspread and a wooden chair.
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    Azores Circle, Bay Point, CA 94565
    4 BEDS $900
  • A room with a skylight and a window with blinds.
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    2828 Hillcrest Ave, Antioch, CA 94531
    1 BED $880
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in East Bay, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in East Bay, CA were last updated on 20 Nov 2025.

What are the best apartments in East Bay, CA?

The best apartments in East Bay, CA are: Pleasanton Glen Apartments, Pleasanton Place, Valley Plaza Villages, Falcon Bridge at Gale Ranch and Cornerstone at Gale Ranch.

What type of rental buildings are in East Bay, CA?

In East Bay 37% of the housing is rented out compared to 63% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 21% of East Bay’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 50% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 28% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in East Bay, CA under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in East Bay, CA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in East Bay, CA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 15 apartments for rent below $1,200 in East Bay, CA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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