- 22187 Princeton St, Hayward, CA 94541$2,395/mo2 beds · 1.5 baths22187 Princeton StHayward, CA 94541
- 582 Ravenna Way, Hayward, CA 94545$950/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 120 sq ft582 Ravenna WayHayward, CA 94545
- Eldridge Ave, Hayward, CA 94544$1,280/mo1 bed · 1 bathEldridge AveHayward, CA 94544
- Bailey Ranch Rd, Hayward, CA 94542$1,100/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 3,705 sq ftBailey Ranch RdHayward, CA 94542
- 26583 Greta Ln, Hayward, CA 94544$1,500/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 2,074 sq ft26583 Greta LnHayward, CA 94544
- B St, Hayward, CA 94541$1,200/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 1,500 sq ftB StHayward, CA 94541
- Hayward Blvd, Hayward, CA 94542$850/mo7 beds · 4 baths · 3,800 sq ftHayward BlvdHayward, CA 94542
- 28055 Harvey Ave, Hayward, CA 94544$1,750/moStudio · 1 bath · 300 sq ft28055 Harvey AveHayward, CA 94544
- 22195 Prospect St, Hayward, CA 94541$1,575/moStudio · 1 bath · 375 sq ft22195 Prospect StHayward, CA 94541
- 338 White Dr, Hayward, CA 94544$1,100/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,215 sq ft338 White DrHayward, CA 94544
- 26147 Danforth Ln, Hayward, CA 94545$2,500/mo2 beds · 1 bath26147 Danforth LnHayward, CA 94545
- 22598 Norwood Dr, Hayward, CA 94541$3,000/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 1,100 sq ft22598 Norwood DrHayward, CA 94541
- Hardeman St, Hayward, CA 94541$550/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,461 sq ftHardeman StHayward, CA 94541
- 25749 Donald Ave, Hayward, CA 94544$2,795/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 1,030 sq ft25749 Donald AveHayward, CA 94544
- 2671 Hawthorne Ave #C, Hayward, CA 94545$2,375/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 725 sq ft2671 Hawthorne AveHayward, CA 94545
Hayward Snapshot
Demographic highlights
- Per capita income
- $29,583
- Population density
- 4,380 per square mile
- Median household income
- $74,927
- Total population
- 194,195 people
- Median age
- 33 years old
- Square miles
- 44.33 square miles
- Percent renters
- 47%
Market highlights
- Median rent
- $2,366
- Median rent, monthly change
- 1.87%
About Hayward
Living in Hayward, CA
Hayward is a city in the East Bay region, which is a part of the San Francisco Bay Area that includes Oakland and Berkeley. The city's pedestrian-friendly downtown offers a mix of housing, shops, offices and restaurants. Buffalo Bill's Brewery in Hayward is one of country's first brewpubs. Just 14 miles south of Oakland and 25 miles southeast of San Francisco, Hayward is conveniently located near major metropolitan areas that can be accessed via Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART).
Hayward is close to a stunning selection of outdoor activities and getaway spots. When you rent in Hayward, you're less than 30 miles from the gorgeous seaside community of Half Moon Bay, and about 45 miles from the redwoods and scenic hiking at Muir Woods National Monument in Marin County. Wine Country opulence awaits in Sonoma County and Napa Valley, which are roughly 70 miles away. Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park are both a three-hour drive away.
Renting in Hayward, CA
Because of its spot in the San Francisco Bay Area, Hayward's rents are high, but the market is not as tight as it is in San Francisco or the cities in Silicon Valley. It's a desirable area for commuters, as well as those looking for a place to raise a family, so have a solid plan when researching apartments for rent in Hayward.
Arts and entertainment
- California State University East Bay, Univerity Theater: See dance performances and plays produced by the university's theater department.
- Chabot College Theater Arts Program: See a variety of performances produced by the university.
- The Douglas Morrisson Theatre: This 250-seat community theater offers plays and musicals year-round.
- Hayward Zucchini Festival: A community festival that includes a zucchini-growing contest, rides, face painting and more.
- Hayward Russel City Blues Festival: The Bay Area Blues Society hosts this annual festival that offers great music and features historical lectures and exhibits.
