Information about Hayward, California

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Searching Hayward apartments? This city is known as The Heart of the Bay for its central location in Alameda County. Situated just 25 miles southeast of San Francisco and 14 miles south of Oakland, Hayward has a pedestrian-friendly downtown and a balanced mix of housing, shopping, businesses and restaurants.

If you are new to Hayward apartments and want to learn more about the city's history, visit the Hayward Museum in Downtown Hayward. Here, you can see the permanent and changing history exhibits, including the Research Center's special collection, participate in a number of public programs and visit the museum store. While you're downtown, visit the Southland Mall, home to more than 200 stores, anchored by Macy's, Sears and JCPenney.

Apartments near campus are popular for students attending California State University at East Bay (formerly at Hayward), located in east Hayward, or Chabot College, located in downtown Hayward. For those who are on a college student-budget, listen in to the free summer Concerts in the Park, a weekly concert series in Memorial Park.

For a taste of Hayward outside your apartments, visit some of the city's most beloved restaurants. At Curry Corner Takeaway, taste some of the eggplant, goat, fish, lamb or chicken curry dishes, but be prepared for huge portions. It might be hard to make up your mind for what to order from Red Chili's expansive Thai and Vietnamese menu, which offers Pad Thai, coconut soup with lemongrass, pho, fried rice, curries, salads and satays.

Once you live in Hayward apartments and experience the city's charming downtown area, retail stores and beaches, you'll see why so many call this seaside city home. No matter your lifestyle or preference, ApartmentGuide.com has advanced search features which will make your hunt for Hayward apartments a breeze. Visit the site today to get started.