Lincoln Landing
22335 Foothill Blvd,
Hayward, CA 94541
Studio - 3 Beds | $2,595 - $4,539
Rental Market Trends in Hayward, CA
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Hayward, CA is $2,154/month.
Rent in Hayward is 29% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,154/month
Average Rent
663 Sq Ft
Average Size
+4%
Change / Year
348
Available Apartments
Hayward rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Hayward average $2,079 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Hayward average $2,154 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Hayward average $2,424 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Hayward average $2,874 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Hayward, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 4%, which averages out to $88 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Hayward, CA
August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
4%
$700 - $1,000/month
27%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
21%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
47%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hayward?
Based on current rent prices, Mission-Foothill, Jackson Triangle and Upper B Street are the most affordable neighborhoods in Hayward.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hayward?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Hayward, Mission-Garin and Santa Clara are the most expensive neighborhoods in Hayward.
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Which Hayward neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Hayward with the most apartments available are Mission-Garin, Mission-Foothill and Jackson Triangle .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Hayward, CA?
Because the average rent in Hayward is $2,154, you’ll want to make about $7,180 per month or $86,160 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Hayward, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Hayward, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Hayward Area GuideStudio
$2,645/month
$1,299/month
One Bedroom
$2,112/month
$2,329/month
Two Bedroom
$2,517/month
$2,453/month
Three Bedroom
$2,653/month
$3,262/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Union City
Avg Rent: $2,520/month
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San Lorenzo
Avg Rent: $1,832/month
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Castro Valley
Avg Rent: $1,962/month
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Fremont
Avg Rent: $2,625/month
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Newark
Avg Rent: $2,496/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Hayward?
The average rent in Hayward is $2,154 per month, which is 29.4% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Hayward?
The average rent for a house in Hayward, CA is $3,819 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Hayward?
Rents in Hayward, CA are increasing, with prices up 4.0% year-over-year and $88 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Hayward?
In Hayward, CA, 47% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.