
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northeast Castro Valley Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $1,800 (88 Rentals)
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Leafy Grove

Bart Plaza

Bon Aire Apartments

Creekside Terrace

Quail Hill Apartments

Magnolia Grove Condominiums

Arcady Apartments

Casa Ramona

20439 John Dr
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Las Casitas

2770 Ganic St

2251-2255 Regent Way

20422-20428 Wisteria St

2708-2718 Somerset Ave

20224-20228 Forest Ave

20209 Redwood Rd

Silverdale Apartments

20404 Anita Ave

19991 Santa Maria Ave
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3875 Castro Valley Blvd

20411 Marshall St

2614-2616 Renton Way

2244 Regent Way

19826 San Miguel Ave

2524 Denning Ct

2780 Ganic St

4337-4352 Elvira Pl

2302-2308 John Ct

Redwood Glen
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2532 Denning Ct

20814-20822 Chester St

2517 Denning Ct

18937 Lake Chabot Rd

19969-19979 Santa Maria Ave

Chetwood Mobile Home Park

4961 Old Dublin Rd

Lorena Apartment

19950 Santa Maria Ave

3455 Redwood Ct
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3247 Somerset Ave

4664 Heyer Ave

2270 John Ct

2291 John Ct

2541 Denning Ct

20042 Santa Maria Ave

3675 Christensen Ln

20175 San Miguel Avenue

Lake Chabot Apartments

20116-20120 Anita Ave
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Northeast Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northeast Castro Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Castro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,142 | $1,995 | $2,477 |
| Northeast Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,577 | $2,300 | $3,150 |
| Northeast Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,305 | $3,215 | $3,395 |
| Northeast Castro Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,159 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Northeast Castro Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northeast Castro Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Bon Aire Apartments priced from $1,999. 20200 Forest Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,050. Here are the most affordable Northeast Castro Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Aire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| 20200 Forest Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Leafy Grove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,285 |
| Bart Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,380 |
| Eden Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Creekside Terrace | Pacheco | 2BR,1BA | $2,524 |
| Magnolia Grove Condominiums | 2x2 1000 | 2BR,2BA | $2,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northeast Castro Valley, CA
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northeast 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 Northeast Castro Valley apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Eden Terrace starting at $2,500 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the South Castro Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northeast 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 |
| Eden Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| Creekside Terrace | Pacheco | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Leafy Grove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Bart Plaza | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Bon Aire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northeast Castro Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northeast Castro Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northeast Castro Valley Apartment is $1,999 at Bon Aire Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northeast Castro Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northeast Castro Valley is starting from $2,380 at Bart Plaza.
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