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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,695
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,263–$2,515
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19h ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$3,135
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Available Nov 1
1d ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$4,100
$3,895
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Available Nov 25
3d ago
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On-site laundry | Balcony | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 12
5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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Available Jul 24
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$4,095
$3,900
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Available Jan 7
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$3,990
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Available Jan 5
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 13
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$3,400
House for rent
Available Nov 1
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
Dishwasher
Assigned Parking
5d+ ago
Verified
5 beds
3 baths
$5,460
House for rent
Available Dec 7
1d ago
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Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,057–$3,437
Apartment for rent
4d ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
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1444 Highland Boulevard #NA, Hayward, CA 94542
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 1
1d ago
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22271 Foothill Boulevard #1701, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,050–$2,670
Apartment for rent
1d ago
320 Harris Road, Hayward, CA 94544
Swimming pool | Controlled access | On-site management
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,950–$2,495
Apartment for rent
1d ago
382 Harris Road, Hayward, CA 94544
Swimming pool | On-site management | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850–$2,195
Price drop
Apartment for rent
12h ago
29213 Mission Boulevard, Hayward, CA 94544
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,564–$3,251
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Harder - Tennyson apartment for rent in Hayward
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 7
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,895
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Mission - Foothill apartment for rent in Hayward
25538 Del Mar Avenue #13, Hayward, CA 94542
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
Southgate house for rent in Hayward
25385 Calaroga Avenue #NA, Hayward, CA 94545
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
2 baths
$1,265
House for rent
Available Oct 22
5d+ ago
Upper B Street condo for rent in Hayward
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$2,595
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Longwood - Winton Grove house for rent in Hayward
3 beds
2 baths
$2,995
House for rent
Available Oct 23
5d+ ago
Hayward Highland condo for rent in Hayward
2 beds
2 baths
$2,595
Condo for rent
4h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,015–$2,799
Apartment for rent
17h ago
North Hayward condo for rent in Hayward
21239 Gary Drive, Hayward, CA 94546
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Condo for rent
22h ago
Santa Clara apartment for rent in Hayward
On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 22
1d ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Business center
1 bed
1 bath
$1,999
Apartment for rent
1d ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Business center
2 beds
1 bath
$2,380
Apartment for rent
1d ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Business center
2 beds
2 baths
$2,595
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Harder - Tennyson apartment for rent in Hayward
27942 Manon Avenue #B, Hayward, CA 94544
Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 29
1d ago
Upper B Street apartment for rent in Hayward
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 10
1d ago
Burbank house for rent in Hayward
24106 Alice Street #NA, Hayward, CA 94544
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,500
House for rent
Available Oct 24
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,675
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,695–$2,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
22846 Nevada Rd, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$2,795–$2,895
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,095
Apartment for rent
1d ago
27070 Manon Ave, Hayward, CA 94544
On-site laundry | Central heat | Walk-in closets
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Harder - Tennyson apartment for rent in Hayward
761 Shepherd Avenue #1, Hayward, CA 94544
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 7
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,250–$1,500
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,907
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295–$2,499
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
2d ago
29843 Clearbrook Circle, Hayward, CA 94544
Central heat | Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100–$2,400
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Longwood - Winton Grove condo for rent in Hayward
736 Memorial Way #1, Hayward, CA 94541
On-site laundry | Storage | Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Condo for rent
Available Dec 10
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Residents in Hayward, CA appreciate the city's diversity and accessibility, noting that it's convenient for commuting to San Francisco and the tech hubs in Silicon Valley. The array of dining options and nearby parks are frequently highlighted, along with the presence of good schools. However, some locals express concerns about safety and traffic congestion, with a few mentioning that certain neighborhoods could benefit from more attention to upkeep. Overall, Hayward provides a blend of urban amenities with a suburban feel that many find appealing.
In 2025, the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Hayward is $1,987, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages $2,560.
The rental market in Hayward experienced a slight decline in 2024, with an average decrease of 0.01% year-over-year. However, 1-bedroom apartments saw a 3% annual increase in rent.
The best time to look for an apartment in Hayward is during the winter months, particularly in December, as rents are typically about 8.6% lower than in the summer, and competition is less intense.
Trendy neighborhoods like Harder-Tennyson and Mission-Foothill are popular in Hayward, with a high demand for 1-bedroom apartments averaging $2,531 per month.
Budget-conscious renters should consider Downtown Hayward, Burbank, and Upper B Street, where 1-bedroom rents are below the city median, with Downtown Hayward offering rents 19% lower than the city median.
Yes, 56.47% of listings in Hayward are pet-friendly, with neighborhoods like Upper B Street, Downtown Hayward, Glen Eden, and Hayward Highland being particularly accommodating for pet owners.
About 20% of rental listings in Hayward include utilities in the rent.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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