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The average rent in Downtown Hayward, Hayward, as of June 2026, is down 1.86% compared to last month but up 33.05% year-over-year.
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1d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,795–$1,995
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2d ago
Downtown Hayward house for rent in Hayward
22821 2nd St, Hayward, CA 94541
Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Hayward condo for rent in Hayward
Studio
2 baths
$3,995
Condo for rent
1d ago
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Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,239–$3,719
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5d+ ago
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1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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Available Mar 16
3d ago
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22271 Foothill Blvd #1702, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,570–$2,670
Apartment for rent
Hardwood Floor
Garage Parking
Outdoor Space
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Hayward
22904 Grand St, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Fireplace
1 bed
1.5 baths
$899
House for rent
Available Jun 10
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Hayward
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 9
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5d+ ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Business center
3 beds
2 baths
$3,795
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
North Hayward condo for rent in Hayward
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,300
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
North Hayward house for rent in Hayward
3 beds
1 bath
$3,595
House for rent
5d+ ago
Burbank townhouse for rent in Hayward
2174 Morrow St, Hayward, CA 94541
Garage parking | Hardwood floor | Storage
4 beds
4 baths
$4,595
House for rent
Available Jun 14
5d+ ago
Mission - Foothill apartment for rent in Hayward
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
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5d+ ago
Burbank apartment for rent in Hayward
Studio
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
Available Mar 24
5d+ ago
North Hayward condo for rent in Hayward
Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$2,700
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Mission - Foothill apartment for rent in Hayward
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Jackson Triangle apartment for rent in Hayward
Outdoor space
2 beds
2 baths
$2,475
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5d+ ago
Jackson Triangle apartment for rent in Hayward
Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
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2d ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Business center
1 bed
1 bath
$2,271
$2,145
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1d ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Business center
2 beds
1 bath
$2,675
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Burbank apartment for rent in Hayward
565 Smalley Ave, Hayward, CA 94541
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Walk-in closets
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Castro Valley
22426 N 5th St, Castro Valley, CA 94546
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 26
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,695
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
23h ago
North Hayward apartment for rent in Hayward
Studio
1 bath
$1,700
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One-bedroom apartments in Downtown Hayward average around $1,800 per month in 2025. This represents a decline of 6.4% from the previous year, making it the bedroom type with the largest year-over-year decrease.
Two-bedroom apartments in Downtown Hayward rent for around $2,400 per month in 2025. Average rent for this unit type fell 1.6% from 2024, with units averaging around 1,049 square feet.
Three-bedroom apartments in Downtown Hayward average around $3,400 per month in 2025. Rent for this bedroom type remained relatively stable compared to 2024, with units averaging around 1,319 square feet.
Downtown Hayward's rental market averaged around $1,900 per month across all property types in 2025, down 4.1% from 2024. Rent varies significantly by unit size, from around $1,800 for studios and one-bedrooms up to around $3,400 for three-bedroom apartments.
Apartments in Downtown Hayward average around 569 square feet across all unit types. Studios are the most compact at around 346 square feet, while three-bedroom units offer the most space at around 1,319 square feet.
Downtown Hayward sees about 4 one-bedroom listings and 4 studio listings available per month, making these the most common rental types. The neighborhood averages about 10 total listings monthly across all unit sizes.
Downtown Hayward is a prime neighborhood for renters who value a vibrant social life. With a high walk score and substantial neighborhood population, there's always something to do or someone to meet. The area's transit frequency and well-developed street infrastructure make it easy to get around, whether you're heading to a local hotspot or meeting up with friends. Plus, with a strong focus on safety, you can feel confident exploring all that Downtown Hayward has to offer. According to 2024 data, these factors combined make Downtown Hayward an ideal spot for renters seeking a lively, connected community.
Two-bedroom and three-bedroom apartments each average about 1 listing per month in Downtown Hayward. These larger unit types represent the smallest portion of available rentals in this Hayward neighborhood.
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.
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