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Hayward Apartments
Last updated March 19 2024 at 2:57 AM

Hayward, CA
263 Apartments for Rent

Hayward Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 159,203
Population Density: 3,496.1 people/sq mile
Median Age: 38
Percentage of Family Households: 73%
Median Annual Income: $96,386 / year
Median Rent: $2,109 / month

What locals are saying

Some of the world’s great cities were born out of trade, or war, or natural resources, but not Hayward, California. This towering megalopolis of 120,000 was born out of the need to escape California’s insanely high real estate market. Hayward’s appeal, besides its envy-inducing California weather and scenery, is its prime location between San Jose, San Francisco, Silicon Valley and Oakland, allowing the workaday masses to commute in to their place of employment and come home to a house that doesn't break the bank. It’s a convenient arrangement.

Hayward is slowly attempting to revitalize its small downtown area

Hayward Demographics


How diverse is Hayward?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Hayward is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Hayward are Hispanic Or Latino (40.1%), Asian (28.5%), White (15.5%), Black Or African American (8.5%), Two Or More (3.7%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (2.6%), Other (0.9%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Hayward residents?

The median age in Hayward is 38 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is Hayward?

The representation of ethnic minorities in Hayward is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of Hayward are Hispanic Or Latino (40.1%), Asian (28.5%), White (15.5%), Black Or African American (8.5%), Two Or More (3.7%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (2.6%), Other (0.9%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.2%).

What does the age breakdown look like for Hayward residents?

The median age in Hayward is 38 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

Hayward Crime


Overall Crime

Above Average
Overall crime in Hayward is above average in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Above Average
The level of violent crime in Hayward is above average compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Above Average
The level of property crime in Hayward is above average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in Hayward


Elementary Schools

8 /10
Southgate Elementary School
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
677 Students
12 Reviews
677
Students
12 Reviews
6 /10
Golden Oak Montessori of Hayward School
Charter
1-8
Charter
1-8
249 Students
18 Reviews
249
Students
18 Reviews
5 /10
Eldridge Elementary School
Public
K-6
Public
K-6
378 Students
7 Reviews
378
Students
7 Reviews

Middle Schools

6 /10
Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
757 Students
11 Reviews
757
Students
11 Reviews
6 /10
Golden Oak Montessori of Hayward School
Charter
1-8
Charter
1-8
249 Students
18 Reviews
249
Students
18 Reviews
4 /10
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle School
Public
7-8
Public
7-8
588 Students
17 Reviews
588
Students
17 Reviews

High Schools

8 /10
Leadership Public Schools - Hayward
Charter
9-12
Charter
9-12
595 Students
7 Reviews
595
Students
7 Reviews
6 /10
Impact Academy of Arts and Technology
Charter
6-12
Charter
6-12
842 Students
8 Reviews
842
Students
8 Reviews
6 /10
Silver Oak High School - Public Montessori Charter
Charter
9-12
Charter
9-12
218 Students
8 Reviews
218
Students
8 Reviews

What Renters Say about Hayward


Apartment List has released the results for Hayward from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
"Renters gave Hayward a below average grade for city satisfaction, despite general confidence in the local economy," says Andrew Tam, Vice President of Data Science at Apartment List. "The US renter population is at its highest level in 20 years, and Hayward renters show particularly low plans for future homeownership and strong disapproval of the local tax regime."
63%
Weather
63%
Public Transit
56%
Commute Time
54%
Parks and Outdoor Activities
42%
Pet Friendliness
29%
Jobs and Career Opportunities
28%
Quality of Schools
26%
Safety and Crime Rate
26%
Social Life
18%
State and Local Taxes
9%
Affordability
7%
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Average rent in Hayward, California

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Hayward is $2,224, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,846. Rent rates updated 5 days ago
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Find an apartment for rent in Hayward, CA


Searching for an apartment for rent in Hayward, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 263 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Hayward. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Hayward is $2,410 for a studio, $2,224 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $2,846 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

Tired of browsing? Take our personalized quiz. You’ll answer a couple of simple questions and we’ll put together a list of Hayward apartments that are best for you. We’ll also factor in your commute, budget, and preferred amenities. Looking for a pet-friendly rental, or an apartment with in-unit washer and dryer? No problem, we’ll provide you with apartments that match that criteria.

You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next Hayward, CA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Hayward?

In Hayward, the average rent is $2,410 for a studio, $2,224 for a 1-bedroom, $2,846 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,285 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in Hayward, check out our monthly Hayward Rent Report.

How can I find a cheap apartment in Hayward?

You can filter cheap apartments in Hayward by price: under $1,400, under $1,600, under $1,800, under $2,000.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Hayward?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Hayward apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in Hayward?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Hayward.

How can I find off-campus housing in Hayward?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Hayward. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include University of California-Hastings College of Law, California Institute of Integral Studies, Golden Gate University-San Francisco, California College of the Arts, and University of San Francisco.