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Town House Plaza
2511 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Arcady Apartments
20475 Wisteria StCastro 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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Bon Aire Apartments
20499 Santa Maria AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Villa Grove Apartments
2481 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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22565 Norwood Dr
HaywardCA94541
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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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Downtown Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Castro Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Castro Valley Studio Apartments | $2,309 | $1,795 | $3,112 |
| Downtown Castro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,438 | $800 | $3,589 |
| Downtown Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,111 | $2,175 | $3,972 |
| Downtown Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,076 | $2,440 | $4,979 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Castro Valley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Castro Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Arcady Apartments priced from $1,895. Creekwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,919. Here are the most affordable Downtown Castro Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcady Apartments | 1Bd 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Creekwood | 327-stuz | Studio,1BA | $1,919 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| Summerwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Villa Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Castro Valley, CA
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Castro Valley area is the $2.77 price per square foot Residence 2 Model at Quail Hill Apartments in the in the South Castro Valley neighborhood starting from $2,821. The second greatest value Downtown Castro Valley apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Town Home Model at Town House Plaza starting at $2,750 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the Hayward Highland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Castro Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Quail Hill Apartments | Residence 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Town House Plaza | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Town Home | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.75 |
| Eden Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| 20824-20846 Chester St | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| The Brook on Center | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| ReNew Miramonte | Miramar 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| Mattox Apartments | Floor Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Garden Park Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Vista Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Castro Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Castro Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Castro Valley is at Creekwood listed at $1,919.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Castro Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Castro Valley Apartment is $1,895 at Arcady Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Castro Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Castro Valley is starting from $2,195 at Mattox Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Castro Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Castro Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Landing Apartments and starts from $4,244.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.
Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.