Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Castro Valley Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $1,400 (60 Rentals)

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property at 3845 Seven Hills Rd

$1,895

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$1,895
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3845 Seven Hills Rd

Castro ValleyCA94546
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19139 Vaughn Ave
$2,000 - $3,695
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$2,000 - $3,695
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$2,000 - $3,695
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

19139 Vaughn Ave

19139 Vaughn AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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property at 22252 N 6th St

$2,795

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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22252 N 6th St

Castro ValleyCA94546
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Cedars North
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedars North

22240 Center StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Anita Plaza Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Anita Plaza Apartments

20511 Anita AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Palomares Canyon Estate
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palomares Canyon Estate

25651 Palomares RdCastro Valley, CA 94552
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The Cedars
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Cedars

22240-22302 Center StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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3958 Castro Valley Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3958 Castro Valley Blvd

3958 Castro Valley BlvdCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Capri Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capri Apartments

20573 Wisteria StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Creekside Terrace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside Terrace

22154-22172 Center StCastro Valley, CA 94546
property at 20852 Baker Rd

$2,245

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$2,245
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20852 Baker Rd

Castro ValleyCA94546

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Creekwood
$1,770 - $2,774
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Creekwood

22294 City Center DrHayward, CA 94541
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property at 1890 E St

$2,000

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$2,000
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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1890 E St

HaywardCA94541
property at 2753 Sulphur Dr

$2,080

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$2,080
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$2,080

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 15

2753 Sulphur Dr

HaywardCA94541

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Lincoln Landing
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$2,588 - $4,489
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Lincoln Landing

22335 Foothill BlvdHayward, CA 94541
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Riverside Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverside Terrace

1754 B StHayward, CA 94541
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Eden Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Eden Apartments

1201 B StHayward, CA 94541

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East Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide

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 Andina Apartments priced from $1,895. 2762 Grove Way has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,945. Here are the most affordable East Castro Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Andina Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,895
2762 Grove WayA1BR,1BA$1,945
E Street Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,950
Cinnamon Apartments1 Bd1BR,1BA$1,995
Arcady Apartments1Bd 1Bath1BR,1BA$1,995
Bon Aire Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,038
Villa Grove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,095
Ridgecrest Apartments1 Bed - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100
The CedarsPoppy1BR,1BA$2,129

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Castro Valley, CA

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Castro Valley area is the $2.80 price per square foot 2x2 Model at 20824-20846 Chester St in the in the South Castro Valley neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value East Castro Valley apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at The Brook on Center starting at $2,645 with a $2.77 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
20824-20846 Chester St2x22BR,2BA$2.80
The Brook on CenterTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.77
Cinnamon Apartments2 Bd2BR,1BA$2.96
Ridgecrest Apartments1 Bed - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.60
Leafy Grove ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.87
Andina Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.53
Stratus Apartments CV2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$3.54
Creekside TerraceCrow Canyon1BR,1BA$3.10
Villa Grove Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.96
2762 Grove WayA1BR,1BA$2.80

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including East Castro Valley, Castro Valley, and the greater San Francisco area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 Lincoln Landing listed at $2,740.

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 $1,895 at Andina Apartments.

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 $2,250 at Andina Apartments.

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