
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Five Creeks Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $1,400 (57 Rentals)
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The Brook on Center

Villa Grove Apartments

Town House Plaza

Cedars North

20411 Marshall St

2518-2528 Grove Way

Casa Ramona

3875 Castro Valley Blvd

20224-20228 Forest Ave
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Chetwood Mobile Home Park

4961 Old Dublin Rd

2552 Grove Way

4664 Heyer Ave

20487-20507 Forest Ave

Forest Avenue Apartments

4781 Heyer Ave

Chateau Andre Apartments

Palomares Canyon Estate

20200 Forest Ave
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The Cedars

Creekside Terrace

Shadow Creek Apartments

Laguna Pines

2762 Grove Way

3958 Castro Valley Blvd

Ridgecrest Apartments

City View

University Village

Sunhill Apartments
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22750 Bayview Ave

22634-22640 Templeton St

1928-1936 B St

7th Street Apartments

1821 Hill Ave

1563 D St

22083-22095 Betlen Way

22596 Norwood Dr

22790 Vermont St

1502 E St
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22791 Vermont St

23386 Maud Ave

22799 Vermont St

1372 Highland Blvd

Ally Apartments

22782 Vermont St

Deerfield Condominiums

1222-1226 Tiegen Dr

Garwood Glen Condominium Homes

22775 Vermont St
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Five Creeks, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Five Creeks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Creeks Studio Apartments | $2,246 | $1,795 | $2,697 |
| Five Creeks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $1,400 | $2,487 |
| Five Creeks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,640 | $2,105 | $2,850 |
| Five Creeks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,297 | $2,945 | $3,800 |
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There are currently 57 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Five Creeks Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA.
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Cheapest Available Five Creeks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Five Creeks area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at City View priced from $2,009. Kelly Green Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,045. Here are the most affordable Five Creeks apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| City View | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,009 |
| Kelly Green Apartments | 1x1D | 1BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| 20200 Forest Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Villa Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| University Village | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,105 |
| The Cedars | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $2,176 |
| Creekside Terrace | Crow Canyon | 1BR,1BA | $2,307 |
| Sunhill Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,495 |
| Chateau Andre Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Five Creeks, CA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Five Creeks 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 Five Creeks apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bath Model at The Brook on Center starting at $2,595 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the South Castro Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Five Creeks 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 |
| The Brook on Center | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| Sunhill Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Chateau Andre Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| University Village | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Creekside Terrace | Crow Canyon | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Villa Grove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| City View | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| The Cedars | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFive Creeks, Castro Valley, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Five Creeks, Castro Valley, CA
Palomares Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Five Creeks Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Five Creeks?
The cheapest apartment in Five Creeks is City View which is listed at $2,009, while the average apartment in Five Creeks costs $3,222.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Five Creeks?
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 2 regular apartments in Five Creeks that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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