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Town House Plaza
2511 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Castro Valley Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $1,600 (20 Rentals)
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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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20512 Park Way
Castro ValleyCA94546
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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 | $2,213 | $1,795 | $2,585 |
| Downtown Castro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,417 | $1,945 | $3,068 |
| Downtown Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,024 | $2,175 | $3,789 |
| Downtown Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,144 | $3,215 | $4,780 |
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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 |
| Villa Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Park Tower | 1x1 Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Castro Valley, CA
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Castro Valley area is the $2.94 price per square foot 2x2 1000 Model at Magnolia Grove Condominiums in the in the South Castro Valley neighborhood starting from $2,935. The second greatest value Downtown Castro Valley apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Eden Terrace starting at $2,550 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the South Castro Valley 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Grove Condominiums | 2x2 1000 | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Eden Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| The Brook on Center | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| Quail Hill Apartments | Residence 1 Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Creekside Terrace | Coyote | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| Garden Park Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Bart Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Vista Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Villa Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA
Castro Valley Elementary
Castro Valley Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (472)
6 out of 10
Castro Valley High
Castro Valley Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2799)
9 out of 10
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Castro Valley Elementary
Castro Valley Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (472)
6 out of 10
Castro Valley High
Castro Valley Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2799)
9 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Castro Valley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Castro Valley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Castro Valley is under $2,345.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Castro Valley?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Castro Valley is Arcady Apartments which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Downtown Castro Valley costs $4,389.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 342 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Castro Valley?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Castro Valley have an average cost of $843 which is $3,546 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Castro Valley.
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