
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Castro Valley Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $1,300 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Castro Valley area of Castro Valley.


The Brook on Center

2762 Grove Way

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Terra Castro Valley

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Bon Aire Apartments
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East Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide

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 | $1,965 | $1,714 | $2,433 |
| East Castro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,368 | $1,880 | $3,095 |
| East Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,957 | $1,910 | $4,561 |
| East Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,951 | $3,000 | $4,474 |
| East Castro Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,818 | $9,818 | $9,818 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Castro Valley Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA.
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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 Creekwood priced from $1,687. The Brook on Center has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekwood | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,687 |
| The Brook on Center | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| Cinnamon Apartments | 1 Bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Villa Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Kelly Green Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| 3958 Castro Valley Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Creekside Terrace | Crow Canyon | 1BR,1BA | $2,224 |
| Leafy Grove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Castro Valley, CA
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Castro Valley area is the $2.93 price per square foot 2x2 1000 Model at Magnolia Grove Condominiums in the in the South Castro Valley neighborhood starting from $2,925. The second greatest value East Castro Valley apartment is the 2 Bd Model at Cinnamon Apartments starting at $2,395 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Hayward Highland 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Grove Condominiums | 2x2 1000 | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Cinnamon Apartments | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Chateau Andre Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 22638 6th St, Unit 22638 | 22638 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 3958 Castro Valley Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Creekside Terrace | Crow Canyon | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Villa Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Castro Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Castro Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Castro Valley is at Creekwood listed at $1,687.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Castro Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Castro Valley Apartment is $1,842 at Creekwood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Castro Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Castro Valley is starting from $2,150 at 3958 Castro Valley Blvd.
What is the most affordable East Castro Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Castro Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Brook on Center and starts from $3,300.
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