
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ridges Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $1,700 (40 Rentals)
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Ridges, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ridges?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ridges Studio Apartments | $1,795 | $1,795 | $1,795 |
Ridges 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,224 | $1,803 | $2,567 |
Ridges 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,645 | $2,345 | $3,023 |
Ridges 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,376 | $3,215 | $3,500 |
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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 The Cedars priced from $1,905. 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 Ridges apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Cedars | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $1,905 |
2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
Garden Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Bon Aire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,038 |
20200 Forest Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Creekside Terrace | Coyote | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
The Brook on Center | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,495 |
Vista Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
Town House Plaza | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2,795 |
20824-20846 Chester St | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridges, CA
As of July 04, 2025 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 2x2 Model at 20824-20846 Chester St starting at $2,795 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the South Castro Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ridges apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Town House Plaza | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.66 |
20824-20846 Chester St | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
The Brook on Center | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
Creekside Terrace | Crow Canyon | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
The Cedars | Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
Vista Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
Garden Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
Bon Aire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRidges, Castro Valley, CA
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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 $1,905 at The Cedars.
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 The Brook on Center.
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