
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Castro Valley Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA (296 Rentals)


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21955 Idena Ave

19770 Sprague Ct

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21391 Locust St, Unit 1, Unit 1

22565 Norwood Dr

22775 Vermont St

21083 Gary Dr

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20848 Chester St

20864 Wilbeam Ave

20928 Chester St

20868 Wilbeam Ave

20948-20956 Chester St

20957 Chester St

21029-21035 Wilbeam Ave

20478 Anita Ave

20464-20478 Anita Ave

3322 Wilbeam Ct

3440 Redwood Ct

3436 Redwood Ct

21041 Wilbeam Ave

21059 Wilbeam Ave

3435 Redwood Ct

3444 Redwood Ct

20404 Anita Ave

20175 San Miguel Avenue

3439 Redwood Ct

3448 Redwood Ct
Downtown Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide

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 | $1,795 | $1,795 | $1,795 |
| Downtown Castro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,207 | $1,899 | $2,477 |
| Downtown Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,629 | $2,150 | $2,925 |
| Downtown Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,332 | $2,750 | $3,800 |
| Downtown Castro Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,395 | $4,395 | $4,395 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Downtown Castro Valley, Castro Valley, and the greater San Francisco area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with little ones? Downtown Castro Valley ranks as a leading area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, and access to the best-rated education.
Outdoors Rating
We think living with the outdoors is critically important. This neighborhood has a reputation as providing favorable access to parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This residential neighborhood is now ranked as amongst the finest luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, proximity to great shopping areas, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
Have furry friends? This area of town is known as one of the finest submarkets for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Castro Valley
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Castro Valley Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Castro Valley ranges from $1,899 to $2,477 with an average monthly rent of $2,207.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Castro Valley cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Castro Valley range from $2,150 to $2,925. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,629.
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