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

The Brook on Center

3958 Castro Valley Blvd

Bon Aire Apartments

The Cedars

Creekside Terrace

Town House Plaza

2762 Grove Way
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridges Studio Apartments | $1,845 | $1,795 | $1,895 |
| Ridges 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,246 | $1,945 | $2,732 |
| Ridges 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,626 | $2,150 | $2,850 |
| Ridges 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,453 | $3,215 | $3,800 |
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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 Studio unit found at The Brook on Center priced from $1,895. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brook on Center | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| Creekside Terrace | Crow Canyon | 1BR,1BA | $2,112 |
| 3958 Castro Valley Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Chateau Andre Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 20200 Forest Ave | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,425 |
| Town House Plaza | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2,650 |
| The Cedars | Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $2,689 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ridges, CA
As of November 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ridges area is the $2.52 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Model at Town House Plaza in the in the Hayward Highland neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Ridges apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Ba Model at Chateau Andre Apartments starting at $2,250 with a $2.81 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town House Plaza | 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Chateau Andre Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| 3958 Castro Valley Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Creekside Terrace | Crow Canyon | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| The Cedars | Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $4.12 |
| The Brook on Center | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.49 |
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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 $1,945 at 2762 Grove Way.
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 $2,150 at 3958 Castro Valley Blvd.
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