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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Castro Valley, CA

As of March 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown Castro Valley apartment is the 2x2 1000 Model at Magnolia Grove Condominiums starting at $2,935 with a $2.94 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Town House Plaza2 Bed 1.5 Bath Town Home2BR,1.5BA$2.75
Magnolia Grove Condominiums2x2 10002BR,2BA$2.94
Eden Terrace2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.55
The Brook on CenterTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.88
Garden Park Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.99
Chateau Andre Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Ba1BR,1BA$2.62
Bart PlazaTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.98
Vista Creek Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$2.92
Villa Grove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.96
2762 Grove WayA1BR,1BA$2.82

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Castro Valley

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Castro Valley?

There are currently 291 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Castro Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $4,780. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Castro Valley ranging from $1,895 to $3,840.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Castro Valley?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Castro Valley ranges from $1,895 to $3,840 with an average monthly rent of $2,536.

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