Are 1-bedroom apartments in Hayward pet-friendly?

Pet policies on 1-bedroom apartments vary by landlord and building — there's no blanket rule. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow your search, then confirm breed, weight, and deposit requirements directly with the landlord before applying.

Can I find furnished 1-bedrooms in Hayward, CA?

Furnished 1-bedrooms are available in Hayward but represent a smaller share of total inventory compared to unfurnished units. Use Rentler's furnished filter to surface move-in-ready options. Furnished units are most common in newer construction buildings and in complexes that cater to corporate or short-term renters.

How much should I earn to rent a 1-bedroom in Hayward?

Most landlords in Hayward require gross monthly income of 2.5–3x the monthly rent. For a 1-bedroom at Hayward's current average of $1,741/mo, that means demonstrating roughly 2.5–3x that amount in gross income. If you're below that threshold, a co-signer, larger security deposit, or prepaid rent may be accepted by some landlords — always worth asking.

1-Bedroom Rentals in Hayward, CA

23 Results

$1,135

1 bed1 bath145 sqftHouse

64 Schuyler Avenue, Hayward, CA, 94544

$2,395

1 bed1 bath693 sqftCondo

39219 Guardino Dr 1, Fremont, CA, 94538

$2,250

1 bed1 bath600 sqftTownhome

37987 Vallejo St, Fremont, CA, 94536

$1,500

1 bed1 bathSingle Room

26583 Greta Ln, Hayward, CA, 94544

$700

1 bed1 bathCondo

24172 Amaranth Loop, Hayward, CA, 94541

$1,271

1 bed1 bath700 sqftCondo

959 Torrano Avenue 959, Hayward, CA, 94542

$1,895

1 bed1 bath500 sqftApartment

25400 Carlos Bee Blvd, Hayward, CA, 94542

$1,725

1 bed1 bath483 sqftApartment

730 BLOSSOM WAY, HAYWARD, CA, 94541

$1,950

1 bed1 bath750 sqftApartment

22120 Center St, Castro Valley, CA, 94546

$1,925

1 bed1 bath453 sqftApartment

382 Harris Rd, Hayward, CA, 94544

$1,825

1 bed1 bath800 sqftApartment

1361 C Street #A-B, Hayward, CA, 94541

$1,725

1 bed1 bath483 sqftApartment

730 BLOSSOM WAY, HAYWARD, CA, 94541

$1,795

1 bed1 bath495 sqftApartment

6 HARDER ROAD, HAYWARD, CA, 94544

$2,675

1 bed1 bath751 sqftApartment

25200 Santa Clara Street, Hayward, CA, 94544

$2,350

1 bed1 bath840 sqftHouse

25938 Kay Ave. Apt. #112, Hayward, CA, 94545

$2,075

1 bed1 bath450 sqftApartment

1621 Sumatra Street, Hayward, CA, 94554

$1,695

1 bed1 bath483 sqftApartment

730 BLOSSOM WAY, HAYWARD, CA, 94541

$1,795

1 bed1 bathApartment

825 Orchard Avenue, Hayward, CA, 94544

$1,795

1 bed1 bath483 sqftApartment

15325 TROPIC COURT, SAN LEANDRO, CA, 94579

$1,700

1 bed1 bath483 sqftApartment

15325 TROPIC COURT, SAN LEANDRO, CA, 94579

$1,995

1 bed1 bath580 sqftApartment

4250 Central Ave, Fremont, CA, 94536

$1,995

1 bed1 bath580 sqftApartment

4250 Central Ave, Fremont, CA, 94536

$1,995

1 bed1 bath580 sqftApartment

4250 Central Ave, Fremont, CA, 94536

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What to Know Before Renting a 1-Bedroom Apartment in Hayward, CA

A 1-bedroom apartment in Hayward hits the sweet spot for most solo renters and couples — enough space to have a real living room and a separated sleep area, without the cost of a 2-bedroom you don't fully use. For remote workers, a 1-bedroom is often the minimum viable setup: you can close a door between your workspace and your living space, which matters more than most people expect before they try working from a studio. When evaluating 1-bedrooms in Hayward, pay attention to bedroom size (some 1-bedrooms are technically 1-bedrooms with a bedroom that fits a queen bed and nothing else), closet space, and whether the kitchen opens to the living room or is walled off. In-unit laundry, a parking spot, and a dedicated storage unit are the three amenities most renters wish they'd prioritized when they didn't have them. 1-bedrooms in Hayward also tend to have the most competitive rental market of any unit type — more supply than studios, but more demand than 2-bedrooms, which means good 1-bedrooms in desirable Hayward neighborhoods at fair prices move quickly.