
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central East Castro Valley Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $1,700 (18 Rentals)
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3900 Seven Hills Rd

Terra Castro Valley

Bon Aire Apartments

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4460 Stanford Ave, Unit Spacious one bedroom

Villa Grove Apartments
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19139 Vaughn Ave

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19139 Vaughn Ave

3712 Scribe Wy

Cedars North

Anita Plaza Apartments

Chateau Andre Apartments
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2762 Grove Way

20200 Forest Ave

20259-20261 Santa Maria Ave

3958 Castro Valley Blvd

The Cedars
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Central East Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central East Castro Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central East Castro Valley Studio Apartments | $1,997 | $1,795 | $2,200 |
| Central East Castro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,069 | $1,899 | $2,295 |
| Central East Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,798 | $2,355 | $3,995 |
| Central East Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,565 | $3,395 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Central East Castro Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central East Castro Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bon Aire Apartments priced from $2,038. 20200 Forest Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Central East Castro Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Aire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,038 |
| 20200 Forest Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Villa Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| The Cedars | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $2,176 |
| Creekside Terrace | Crow Canyon | 1BR,1BA | $2,307 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central East Castro Valley, CA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central East Castro Valley area is the $2.66 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Model at Town House Plaza in the in the Hayward Highland neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Central East Castro Valley apartment is the Two Bedroom, One Bathroom Town Model at Leafy Grove Apartments starting at $3,095 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the South Castro Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central East Castro Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town House Plaza | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| Leafy Grove Apartments | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom Town | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.10 |
| 20824-20846 Chester St | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| 4460 Stanford Ave, Unit Spacious one bedroom | 4460 Stanford Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Brook on Center | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Chateau Andre Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Stratus Apartments CV | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.54 |
| Creekside Terrace | Crow Canyon | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Villa Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| The Cedars | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central East Castro Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central East Castro Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central East Castro Valley Apartment is $2,038 at Bon Aire Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central East Castro Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central East Castro Valley is starting from $2,395 at Villa Grove Apartments.
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