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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 | $2,252 | $1,750 | $2,804 |
| East Castro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,322 | $810 | $3,567 |
| East Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,007 | $1,900 | $4,222 |
| East Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,161 | $3,215 | $4,829 |
| East Castro Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,600 | $5,600 | $5,600 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at 2762 Grove Way priced from $1,945. Cinnamon Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable East Castro Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| Cinnamon Apartments | 23924 2nd St Coming Soon | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Summerwood | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Bon Aire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,038 |
| Creekwood | 327-11az | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
| The Brook on Center | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Mattox Apartments | Floor Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Kelly Green Apartments | 2x1.5 upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Castro Valley, CA
As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 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 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
| 20824-20846 Chester St | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| 23208 Lori Way, Unit in law unit | 23208 Lori Way | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| Bentley Place | Mission | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| Kelly Green Apartments | 2x1.5 upstairs | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.46 |
| Amador Village | Poplar | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Mattox Apartments | Floor Plan 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| The Brook on Center | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
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Best Local Schools in East Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA
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Public School - Grades K-5 (634)
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8 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 $2,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Castro Valley?
The cheapest apartment in East Castro Valley is 2762 Grove Way which is listed at $1,945, while the average apartment in East Castro Valley costs $5,600.
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 $555 which is $5,045 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Castro Valley.
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