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How much does it cost to rent a home in Castro Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,791 | $2,000 | $3,900 |
| Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,721 | $2,850 | $4,500 |
| Castro Valley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,840 | $1,350 | $4,700 |
| Castro Valley 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Castro Valley, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/24/2026Current apartment rentals in the Castro Valley, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Castro Valley Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Russell City West Outer Hayward | $4,980 | $670 | 62 |
Cheapest Available Castro Valley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Castro Valley, CA is a Studio unit found at 429 Smalley Ave in the Mt. Eden neighborhood priced from $1,495. 763 Blossom Way in the North Hayward neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Castro Valley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 429 Smalley Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 763 Blossom Way | 763 Blossom Way - 40 | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Hayward Village Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,687 |
| Zelma | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Fletcher Towers | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castro Valley, CA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Castro Valley area is the $2.40 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at 184 Callan Avenue in the in the Halcyon District neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Castro Valley apartment is the 2 BR / 2BA / DEN Model at Chateau Manor Apartments starting at $2,795 with a $2.28 price per square foot in the Springlake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Castro Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 184 Callan Avenue | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Chateau Manor Apartments | 2 BR / 2BA / DEN | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| 25651 Palomares Rd | 25651 Palomares Rd | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
| Manchester Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Ashland Garden Apartments | Ashland 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Thornton Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Seventy Harlan | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Redwood Grove Apartments | 1BR/1BA 800SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Lund Garden Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Castro Valley?
There are currently 1683 Apartments for Rent in Castro Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $10,444. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Castro Valley ranging from $670 to $10,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Castro Valley ranges from $670 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,152.
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