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9h ago
Verified
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,477–$3,439
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4h ago
382 Harris Rd, Hayward, CA 94544
Swimming pool | On-site management | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850–$2,195
Price drop
Apartment for rent
2d ago
320 Harris Rd, Hayward, CA 94544
Swimming pool | Controlled access | On-site management
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,000–$2,495
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,595
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,283–$2,638
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$4,255
$4,050
Price drop
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Available Jan 21
4d ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,395
Condo for rent
Available Jan 21
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18h ago
Verified
4 beds
2 baths
$6,216
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
22271 Foothill Blvd #1701, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,230–$2,330
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Outdoor Space
Swimming Pool
Assigned Parking
Dishwasher
3h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,250
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9h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,977
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,098
Apartment for rent
4d ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
2 beds
1 bath
$2,225
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,895
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Mission - Foothill house for rent in Hayward
3 beds
1 bath
$2,842
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,830
House for rent
Available Jan 20
5d+ ago
Harder - Tennyson apartment for rent in Hayward
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 7
5d+ ago
Upper B Street condo for rent in Hayward
1321 D St, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
Condo for rent
Available Jan 17
5d+ ago
Upper B Street house for rent in Hayward
22766 4th St #NA, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,350
House for rent
Available Oct 15
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 7
5d+ ago
Mission - Garin apartment for rent in Hayward
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
1h ago
399 Schafer Rd, Hayward, CA 94544
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | On-site management
1 bed
1 bath
$1,684
Apartment for rent
2h ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
Studio
1 bath
$1,695
Apartment for rent
3h ago
29843 Clearbrook Cir, Hayward, CA 94544
Central heat | Walk-in closets | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100–$2,400
Apartment for rent
4h ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
4h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
Apartment for rent
4h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
5h ago
Mission - Foothill townhouse for rent in Hayward
2 beds
2 baths
$3,300
$3,000
Price drop
House for rent
Available Jan 7
5h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
5h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,830
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Mission - Garin townhouse for rent in Hayward
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
House for rent
Available Mar 1
7h ago
Glen Eden townhouse for rent in Hayward
4 beds
2 baths
$3,300
House for rent
11h ago
24080 Amador St, Hayward, CA 94544
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,374–$3,133
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,050
Apartment for rent
1d ago
North Hayward condo for rent in Hayward
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,550
Condo for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,810
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Hayward Highland apartment for rent in Hayward
4 beds
2 baths
$4,500
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 10
3d ago
26525 Gading Rd, Hayward, CA 94544
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,725
Apartment for rent
4d ago
29213 Mission Blvd, Hayward, CA 94544
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,426–$3,451
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,675–$1,695
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,015–$2,775
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Burbank house for rent in Hayward
413 Laurel Ave #NA, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$3,400
House for rent
Available Jan 31
5d+ ago
27070 Manon Ave, Hayward, CA 94544
On-site laundry | Central heat | Walk-in closets
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
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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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