Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ridges Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $1,700 (50 Rentals)

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Cedars North
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cedars North

22240 Center StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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2518-2528 Grove Way
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2518-2528 Grove Way

2518-2528 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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20209 Redwood Rd
Studio Apartments

20209 Redwood Rd

20209 Redwood RdCastro Valley, CA 94546
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20411 Marshall St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

20411 Marshall St

20411 Marshall StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Casa Ramona
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Ramona

20559 Forest AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Redwood Glen
2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Glen

20115 Redwood RdCastro Valley, CA 94546

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Lorena Apartment
Studio Apartments

Lorena Apartment

3777 Lorena AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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3455 Redwood Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3455 Redwood Ct

3455 Redwood CtCastro Valley, CA 94546
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2552 Grove Way
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2552 Grove Way

2552 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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19826 San Miguel Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

19826 San Miguel Ave

19826 San Miguel AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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4664 Heyer Ave
Studio Apartments

4664 Heyer Ave

4664 Heyer AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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21041 Wilbeam Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

21041 Wilbeam Ave

21041 Wilbeam AveCastro Valley, CA 94546

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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3447 Redwood Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3447 Redwood Ct

3447 Redwood CtCastro Valley, CA 94546
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20957 Chester St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

20957 Chester St

20957 Chester StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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20848 Chester St
Studio Apartments

20848 Chester St

20848 Chester StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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20868 Wilbeam Ave
Studio Apartments

20868 Wilbeam Ave

20868 Wilbeam AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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4781 Heyer Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

4781 Heyer Ave

4781 Heyer AveCastro Valley, CA 94546

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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20200 Forest Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

20200 Forest Ave

20200 Forest AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Laguna Pines
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Laguna Pines

20313-20327 Forest AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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2762 Grove Way
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2762 Grove Way

2762 Grove WayCastro 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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22750 Bayview Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

22750 Bayview Ave

22750 Bayview AveHayward, CA 94541

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Ridges, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ridges Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ridges area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 20200 Forest Ave priced from $2,050. The Cedars has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,230. Here are the most affordable Ridges apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
20200 Forest Ave1x11BR,1BA$2,050
The CedarsPoppy1BR,1BA$2,230
Leafy Grove ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,275
Creekside TerraceCrow Canyon1BR,1BA$2,367
Chateau Andre Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2,495
The Brook on CenterTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2,595
Town House Plaza2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$2,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridges, CA

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ridges 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 Ridges apartment is the 4460 Stanford Ave Model at 4460 Stanford Ave, Unit Spacious one bedroom starting at $2,050 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Central East Castro Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ridges apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Town House Plaza2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$2.66
4460 Stanford Ave, Unit Spacious one bedroom4460 Stanford Ave1BR,1BA$2.05
The Brook on CenterTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.71
Chateau Andre Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.77
Leafy Grove ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.84
Creekside TerraceCrow Canyon1BR,1BA$3.34
The CedarsPoppy1BR,1BA$3.48

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ridges Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ridges Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ridges Apartment is $2,050 at 20200 Forest Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ridges Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ridges is starting from $2,495 at Leafy Grove Apartments.

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