
Cheap Homes for Rent in Castro Valley, CA from $1,300 (13 Rentals)
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52 Regency Pl

1587 Knox St

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Castro Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Castro Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,761 | $1,895 | $3,840 |
Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,659 | $3,200 | $4,549 |
Castro Valley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,778 | $3,950 | $5,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Castro Valley, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/01/2025Current apartment rentals in the Castro Valley, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Castro Valley Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Russell City West Outer Hayward | $3,350 | $810 | 324 |
Cheapest Available Castro Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Castro Valley, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Majestic Apartments in the Hayward Highland neighborhood priced from $1,386. Lakeside Village in the Ashland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,543. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Castro Valley apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Majestic Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,386 |
Lakeside Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,543 |
San Leandro Racquet Club | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
Ashland Manor | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
San Leandro Apartments | 1 Bedroom Available | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castro Valley, CA
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Castro Valley area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2651 109th Ave Model at 2651 109th Ave, Unit Single Address in the in the Northeast San Leandro neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Castro Valley apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Thornton Apartments starting at $2,495 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Halcyon District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Castro Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2651 109th Ave, Unit Single Address | 2651 109th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.74 |
Thornton Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
Lund Garden Apartments | 2 Bed/ 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
150 Haas Avenue | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Chateau Manor Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Kelly Green Apartments | 2x1.5 upstairs | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.46 |
Walnut Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
San Leandro Apartments | 1 Bedroom Available | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
Onstad Manor | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
The Majestic Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Castro Valley
What type of rentals are currently available in Castro Valley?
There are currently 1677 Apartments for Rent in Castro Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $810 to $5,298. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Castro Valley ranging from $1,350 to $5,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Castro Valley?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Castro Valley ranges from $1,350 to $5,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,004.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Castro Valley?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Castro Valley range from $2,440 to $5,298, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $4,549. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,549.
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