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Apartments under $2,000 for Rent in Hayward, CA

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Hayward at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,079
(All bedrooms and property types)
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Average Rent in Hayward
5

School Rating

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Schools in Hayward
37

Some Transit

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Transportation in Hayward
55

Somewhat Bikeable

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Transportation in Hayward

Hayward, CA Apartments for Rent

Located in the heart of the East Bay, Hayward offers a strategic location with convenient access to the entire Bay Area. Positioned at the eastern terminus of the San Mateo-Hayward Bridge, Hayward provides direct routes to San Francisco, Oakland, and Silicon Valley. Apartments for rent in Hayward offer access to various neighborhoods, transportation options including two BART stations, and outdoor spaces like the Hayward Japanese Gardens and the Hayward Regional Shoreline.

Hayward's rental market features apartments at different price points, with one-bedroom units typically renting for around $2,100 per month. The city spans 45 square miles, encompassing both developed areas and natural spaces, with several East Bay Regional Park District properties within city limits. The location provides access to Interstate 880, Interstate 580, and State Routes 92 and 238. Home to California State University East Bay and Chabot College, Hayward features an active downtown area with restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues.

Renting in Hayward

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Getting Around Hayward

Transportation

60

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
55

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
37

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Mount Eden High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,947 Students
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Hayward High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,712 Students
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Tennyson High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,551 Students
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Bret Harte Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
545 Students
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Martin Luther King Jr. Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
711 Students
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Winton Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
498 Students
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Anthony W. Ochoa Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
407 Students
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Cesar Chavez Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
482 Students
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Southgate Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
611 Students
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Stonebrae Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
595 Students
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Schafer Park Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
642 Students
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Palma Ceia Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
479 Students
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Hillview Crest Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
434 Students

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