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San Leandro Apartments
Last updated March 19 2024 at 7:36 AM

San Leandro, CA
207 Apartments for Rent

San Leandro Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 88,815
Population Density: 6,657.3 people/sq mile
Median Age: 43
Percentage of Family Households: 65%
Median Annual Income: $84,017 / year
Median Rent: $1,746 / month

What locals are saying

Dubbed 'The Friendly City,' San Leandro prides itself on creating a culture where people wave and aren’t afraid to say “hello” every now and then. A town just south of Oakland, San Leandro provides a small, but cute, downtown area with restaurants, coffee shops and several parks including a pretty marina with a Parcourse (You hear that, fitness nuts?).

San Leandro's apartment landlords have taken to the Internet to bemoan the rising vacancy rate, so as a renter, the market's definitely on your side

San Leandro Demographics


How diverse is San Leandro?

The representation of ethnic minorities in San Leandro is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of San Leandro are Asian (35%), Hispanic Or Latino (27.3%), White (21.4%), Black Or African American (10.8%), Two Or More (4%), Other (0.6%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.5%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.4%).

What does the age breakdown look like for San Leandro residents?

The median age in San Leandro is 43 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is San Leandro?

The representation of ethnic minorities in San Leandro is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of San Leandro are Asian (35%), Hispanic Or Latino (27.3%), White (21.4%), Black Or African American (10.8%), Two Or More (4%), Other (0.6%), Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0.5%), and American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.4%).

What does the age breakdown look like for San Leandro residents?

The median age in San Leandro is 43 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

San Leandro Crime


Overall Crime

High
Overall crime in San Leandro is high in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

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

Property Crime

High
The level of property crime in San Leandro is high compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in San Leandro


Elementary Schools

8 /10
Madison Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
479 Students
5 Reviews
479
Students
5 Reviews
6 /10
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
541 Students
5 Reviews
541
Students
5 Reviews
6 /10
Wilson Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
748 Students
5 Reviews
748
Students
5 Reviews

Middle Schools

5 /10
John Muir Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
1,003 Students
8 Reviews
1,003
Students
8 Reviews
4 /10
Bancroft Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
1,055 Students
12 Reviews
1,055
Students
12 Reviews
4 /10
Washington Manor Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
760 Students
13 Reviews
760
Students
13 Reviews

High Schools

5 /10
San Leandro High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,652 Students
10 Reviews
2,652
Students
10 Reviews
2 /10
Lincoln High (Continuation) School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
187 Students
5 Reviews
187
Students
5 Reviews

What Renters Say about San Leandro


Apartment List has released the results for San Leandro 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.
67%
Weather
67%
Public Transit
65%
Parks and Outdoor Activities
50%
Commute Time
38%
Jobs and Career Opportunities
38%
Social Life
27%
Safety and Crime Rate
17%
State and Local Taxes
15%
Affordability
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Average rent in San Leandro, California

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in San Leandro is $2,155, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,609. Rent rates updated 5 days ago
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Find an apartment for rent in San Leandro, CA


Searching for an apartment for rent in San Leandro, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 207 available rental units listed on Apartment List in San Leandro. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in San Leandro is $1,798 for a studio, $2,155 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $2,609 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 San Leandro 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 San Leandro, CA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in San Leandro?

In San Leandro, the average rent is $1,798 for a studio, $2,155 for a 1-bedroom, $2,609 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,300 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in San Leandro, check out our monthly San Leandro Rent Report.

How can I find a cheap apartment in San Leandro?

You can find the lowest-priced apartments in San Leandro by using the cheap apartments filter.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in San Leandro?

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

How much should I pay for rent in San Leandro?

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 San Leandro.

How can I find off-campus housing in San Leandro?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around San Leandro. 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.