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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Castro Valley Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $800 (18 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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from $1,9991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 25
Vista Creek Apartments
22432 Center StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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22565 Norwood Dr
HaywardCA94541
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Eden Apartments
1201 B StHayward, CA 94541
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Mattox Apartments
1282-1286 Mattox RdHayward, CA 94541
2344 D St
HaywardCA94541
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East Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Castro Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Castro Valley Studio Apartments | $2,209 | $1,795 | $3,112 |
| East Castro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,445 | $800 | $3,589 |
| East Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,116 | $2,100 | $3,972 |
| East Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,031 | $2,950 | $4,979 |
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Cheapest Available East Castro Valley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Castro Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Eden Apartments priced from $1,695. Arcady Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable East Castro Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Arcady Apartments | 1Bd 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Creekwood | 327-stuz | Studio,1BA | $1,919 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| 22634-22640 Templeton St | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Castro Valley, CA
As of April 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 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 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 | $2.82 |
| Bentley Place | Mission | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Kelly Green Apartments | 2x1.5 upstairs | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.46 |
| 23208 Lori Way, Unit in law unit | 23208 Lori Way | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Amador Village | Magnolia | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Mattox Apartments | Floor Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
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Best Local Schools in East Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA
Independent Elementary
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Public School - Grades K-5 (634)
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Public School - Grades 9-12 (2799)
9 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Castro Valley Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Castro Valley?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Castro Valley is under $2,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Castro Valley?
The cheapest apartment in East Castro Valley is Arcady Apartments which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in East Castro Valley costs $4,294.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 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 East Castro Valley?
Cheap apartments in East Castro Valley have an average cost of $495 which is $3,799 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Castro Valley.
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