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22774 Amador St #4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Santa Clara house for rent in Hayward

22774 Amador St #4, Hayward, CA 94541

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

2 baths

$3,400

22836 Evanswood Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Hayward

22836 Evanswood Rd, Hayward, CA 94541

In-unit laundry | Residents lounge | Dishwasher

2 beds

2.5 baths

$3,235

716 City Walk Pl - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown Hayward condo for rent in Hayward

716 City Walk Place #3 Hayward, Ca 94541

716 City Walk Pl, Hayward, CA 94541

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony

3 beds

3 baths

$3,900

421 B St #5 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Burbank apartment for rent in Hayward

$1,050 - Private bedroom close to downtown Hayward

421 B St #5, Hayward, CA 94541

Hardwood floor | Dishwasher

1 bed

0 baths

$1,050

27500 Tampa Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Harder - Tennyson apartment for rent in Hayward

27500 Tampa Ave, Hayward, CA 94544

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher

2 beds

1.5 baths

$2,300

1256 Stanhope Ln #252 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Southgate condo for rent in Hayward

2 beds

2 baths

$2,800

$2,700

Price drop

21788 Thelma St #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Longwood - Winton Grove apartment for rent in Hayward

2 bd &1 ba Apt for rent in hayward

21788 Thelma St #2, Hayward, CA 94541

Furnished | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$2,500

131 Burbank St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Burbank townhouse for rent in Hayward

131 Burbank Street, Hayward, CA 94541

131 Burbank St, Hayward, CA 94541

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

3 beds

3 baths

$3,600

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25930 Kay Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Southgate condo for rent in Hayward

25930 Kay Ave, Hayward, CA 94545

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$3,100

$2,900

Price drop

1583 Sylvia St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Mt. Eden townhouse for rent in Hayward

1583 Sylvia St, Hayward, CA 94545

Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry

3 beds

2.5 baths

$3,850

29705 Mission Boulevard #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Fairway Park apartment for rent in Hayward

29705 Mission Boulevard #1, Hayward, CA 94544

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony

1 bed

1 bath

$1,250

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21701 Foothill Blvd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward

Swimming pool | Fitness center | Business center

1 bed

1 bath

$2,195

25841 Bryn Mawr Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Mission - Foothill house for rent in Hayward

Mission Foothill House

25841 Bryn Mawr Ave, Hayward, CA 94542

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

3 beds

2 baths

$3,750

25538 Del Mar Ave #10 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Mission - Foothill apartment for rent in Hayward

25538 Del Mar Ave, # 10, Hayward, CA 94542

25538 Del Mar Ave #10, Hayward, CA 94542

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

3 beds

1.5 baths

$3,250

223 Bolt Ct - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Mission - Garin condo for rent in Hayward

223 Bolt Ct, Hayward, CA 94544

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

3 beds

3.5 baths

$4,100

25850 Kay Ave #225 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Southgate apartment for rent in Hayward

25850 Kay Ave #225, Hayward, CA 94545

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony

1 bed

1 bath

$2,390

25938 Kay Ave #112 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Southgate house for rent in Hayward

25938 Kay Ave #112, Hayward, CA 94545

In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$2,350

25309 Meredith Ct #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Southgate house for rent in Hayward

25309 Meredith Court - 1

25309 Meredith Ct #1, Hayward, CA 94545

3 beds

2 baths

$4,250

1621 Sumatra St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Tennyson - Alquire apartment for rent in Hayward

1621 Sumatra St, Hayward, CA 94544

1 bed

1 bath

$2,075

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3091 Madsen St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Burbank condo for rent in Hayward

Residential Lease, Hayward, CA

3091 Madsen St, Hayward, CA 94541

Hardwood floor | Carpet | Dishwasher

4 beds

3.5 baths

$3,950

22412 Rockaway Ln #10 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Upper B Street apartment for rent in Hayward

Comfortable Living in the Heart of Hayward W/ Parking Included!

22412 Rockaway Ln #10, Hayward, CA 94541

On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$2,300

710 Grove Way - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

North Hayward house for rent in Hayward

710 Grove Way, Hayward, CA 94541

On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Storage

4 beds

1.5 baths

$4,195

21701 Foothill Blvd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward

Swimming pool | Fitness center | Business center

2 beds

1 bath

$2,599

25455 Whitman St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Jackson Triangle apartment for rent in Hayward

2 beds

1.5 baths

$2,875

26539 Flamingo Ave - Photo 1 of 1
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2d ago

Harder - Tennyson house for rent in Hayward

3 beds

1 bath

$3,600

$3,495

Price drop

4d ago

8.3

Very good

Warren/Main Street 992

22285 Main St, Hayward, CA 94541

1 bed

1 bath

$1,850

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Updated: September 27, 2026

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Hayward, CA apartments for rent

Renting in Hayward, CA at a glance

As of today, Hayward's median rent price is $2,497 per month, which is up 7%, or $152, compared to last year.

Median rent

$2,497

YoY change

+7%

+$152/mo

Rentals, last 30 days

94

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$2,497+7%
1 bedroom$1,9990%
2 bedroom$2,555+2%
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Local insights: What it's like to live in Hayward, CA

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.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the average rent in Hayward, CA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Hayward average around $1,960/month and two-bedrooms approximately $2,520/month.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Hayward, CA?

December represents the best time to apartment hunt in Hayward, with the lowest competition and reduced demand. July sees the highest rents with approximately an 8% difference between peak and off-peak months.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Hayward, CA?

Downtown Hayward, Southgate, Santa Clara, and Tennyson-Alquire offer the strongest social connectivity with high walk scores and robust transit access. Tennyson-Alquire generates the highest consumer interest at 1.76 times the market average.

What areas of Hayward, CA are best for budget-conscious renters?

Based on our current listings, Harder-Tennyson offers the most budget-friendly option with median rent around $2,320/month, followed closely by Upper B Street at approximately $2,330/month and Mission-Foothill at roughly $2,330/month.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Hayward, CA?

Based on Zumper's current listings, 40% of Hayward rentals are pet-friendly, which works out to about 102 pet-welcoming apartments each month. Harder-Tennyson, Burbank, Upper B Street, and North Hayward offer the most comprehensive pet amenities.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Hayward, CA?

In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are rare in Hayward, showing up in under 1% of units, with studios leading at 0.26% of available listings.

Methodology: How we got this data

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 2026 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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