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Town House Plaza
2511 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Bon Aire Apartments
20499 Santa Maria AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Terra Castro Valley
2275 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Vista Creek Apartments
22432 Center StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Villa Grove Apartments
2481 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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The Brook on Center
22281 Center StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Leafy Grove
20001-20019 San Miguel AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Mattox Apartments
1282-1286 Mattox RdHayward, CA 94541
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Creekwood
22294 City Center DrHayward, CA 94541
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central East Castro Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central East Castro Valley Studio Apartments | $2,230 | $1,795 | $2,804 |
| Central East Castro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,460 | $1,892 | $3,589 |
| Central East Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,160 | $2,195 | $4,222 |
| Central East Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,166 | $3,215 | $4,864 |
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Cheapest Available Central East Castro Valley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central East Castro Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Creekwood priced from $1,919. 2762 Grove Way has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,945. Here are the most affordable Central East Castro Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekwood | 327-stuz | Studio,1BA | $1,919 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| Summerwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Mattox Apartments | Floor Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom Type A | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central East Castro Valley, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central East Castro Valley area is the $2.75 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Town Home Model at Town House Plaza in the in the Hayward Highland neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Central East Castro Valley apartment is the 2x2 Model at 20824-20846 Chester St starting at $2,795 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the South Castro Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central East Castro Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Town House Plaza | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Town Home | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.75 |
| 20824-20846 Chester St | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| The Brook on Center | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Mattox Apartments | Floor Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Garden Park Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Vista Creek Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom Type A | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Creekside Terrace | Crow Canyon | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Summerwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central East Castro Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central East Castro Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Central East Castro Valley is 2762 Grove Way which is listed at $1,945, while the average apartment in Central East Castro Valley costs $4,244.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central East Castro Valley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Central East Castro Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central East Castro Valley?
Cheap apartments in Central East Castro Valley have an average cost of $716 which is $3,528 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central East Castro Valley.
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