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1d ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,267–$3,457
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
8h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,695
Apartment for rent
14h ago
Harder - Tennyson apartment for rent in Hayward
27808 Manon Ave, Hayward, CA 94544
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | On-site management
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,595–$2,695
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,795
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
5 beds
3 baths
$5,460
House for rent
Available Dec 7
5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 13
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5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
$2,150
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Condo for rent
Available Oct 6
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$3,400
$3,295
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Sep 29
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
Assigned Parking
Outdoor Space
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
$1,990
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Nov 7
6h ago
Verified
22335 Foothill Blvd #1694, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$1,990
Price drop
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$6,118
Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
22271 Foothill Blvd #1701, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,880–$3,490
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Mission - Garin house for rent in Hayward
3 beds
2 baths
$3,595
House for rent
Available Oct 18
3h ago
320 Harris Rd, Hayward, CA 94544
Swimming pool | Controlled access | On-site management
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,095–$2,695
Apartment for rent
5h ago
681 Royston Ln #331, Hayward, CA 94544
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050
Condo for rent
Available Oct 8
15h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,940–$2,825
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,007–$2,469
Apartment for rent
17h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
794 Fletcher Ln Ofc, Hayward, CA 94544
Balcony | Swimming pool | Hardwood floor
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,199–$3,199
Apartment for rent
Available May 6
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Harder - Tennyson apartment for rent in Hayward
3 beds
2 baths
$3,175
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,745–$1,810
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725–$1,727
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
382 Harris Rd, Hayward, CA 94544
Swimming pool | On-site management | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
2 beds
2 baths
$2,714
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Burbank condo for rent in Hayward
2148 Morrow St, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Furnished | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,150
Condo for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Hayward Highland condo for rent in Hayward
2 beds
2 baths
$2,895
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Harder - Tennyson apartment for rent in Hayward
3 beds
2 baths
$2,980
Apartment for rent
1h ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,200–$2,400
Apartment for rent
4h ago
29213 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94544
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,434–$3,301
Apartment for rent
5h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Mission - Foothill house for rent in Hayward
24157 Amaranth Loop #NA, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
3 baths
$5,300
House for rent
Available Nov 1
7h ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,300–$1,600
Apartment for rent
12h ago
Southgate house for rent in Hayward
25385 Calaroga Ave #NA, Hayward, CA 94545
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
2 baths
$1,275
House for rent
Available Oct 22
14h ago
Burbank house for rent in Hayward
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
$1,895
Price drop
House for rent
15h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,430–$2,800
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,945–$2,145
Apartment for rent
1d ago
21600 Westpark St, Hayward, CA 94541
On-site laundry | Balcony | Walk-in closets
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,775
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Harder - Tennyson apartment for rent in Hayward
26055 Gading Rd, Hayward, CA 94544
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 27
2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Burbank house for rent in Hayward
24106 Alice St #NA, Hayward, CA 94544
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,500
House for rent
Available Oct 24
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
Condo for rent
3d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,800
House for rent
Available Oct 12
3d ago
Hayward Highland house for rent in Hayward
2 beds
2 baths
$2,850
House for rent
3d ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
On-site laundry | Controlled access | On-site management
Studio
1 bath
$1,695
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Hayward rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 124 apartments for rent in Hayward, with a median rent price of $2,300 per month. Hayward has seen a 1%—or $33—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$2,300Year Over Year Change
1%
$33
Rentals available, last 30 days
124
The average rent in Hayward, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $2,300, which is a 1.35% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Hayward, CA is about $1,959. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Hayward, CA is $2,495, and studios are about $1,935 per month.
See more Hayward, CA rent data on our rent research page.
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26601 calaroga ave
hayward, CA, 94545
28761 hayward blvd
hayward, CA, 94542
2424 e ave
hayward, CA, 94541
353 b st
hayward, CA, 94541
2184 thayer ave
hayward, CA, 94545
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Age Range
0-19
23%
20-34
25%
35-44
13%
45-64
25%
65+
12%
Language
English
40%
Spanish
31%
Indo Euro
7%
Asia Pac
19%
Other
1%
Education
No HS
16%
High School
45%
Bachelor's
28%
Master's
6%
Prof Degree
0%
Doctorate
0%
Household Income
0-25k
11%
25-50k
13%
50-75k
16%
75-100k
14%
100-150k
20%
150k+
24%
Hayward locals spend about 35 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Hayward is through Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, 9.17 miles away.
Scores for Hayward are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Hayward, 61% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.
Top Three Reasons to Live in Hayward
Weather
76%Satisfaction rating
Parks & recreation
73%Satisfaction rating
Pet friendly
64%Satisfaction rating
Other Things to Consider
Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.
How we got this dataResidents 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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