
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Russell City West Outer Hayward Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $900 (36 Rentals)
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The Brook on Center

Town House Plaza

Cathay Gardens Apartments

25348 Rick Way

Hayward Village Senior Apartments

Lakeside Village

The Majestic

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Holiday Orchard Apartments

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Fletcher Towers

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Huntwood Commons

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Riverside Terrace

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Alvarado Senior Living

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Russell City West Outer Hayward, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Russell City West Outer Hayward?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Russell City West Outer Hayward Studio Apartments | $2,134 | $1,695 | $2,579 |
| Russell City West Outer Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,323 | $1,400 | $6,384 |
| Russell City West Outer Hayward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,717 | $1,987 | $3,970 |
| Russell City West Outer Hayward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,565 | $2,450 | $4,700 |
| Russell City West Outer Hayward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,460 | $2,594 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Russell City West Outer Hayward Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA.
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Cheapest Available Russell City West Outer Hayward Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Russell City West Outer Hayward area of Castro Valley, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hayward Village Senior Apartments priced from $1,687. The Brook on Center has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Russell City West Outer Hayward apartments for rent in Castro Valley, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayward Village Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,687 |
| The Brook on Center | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Town House Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Fletcher Towers | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Holiday Orchard Apartments | Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Solaris Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,810 |
| Bon Tanna Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,855 |
| Parkside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,858 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Russell City West Outer Hayward, CA
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Russell City West Outer Hayward area is the $2.22 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Chateau Manor Apartments in the in the Springlake neighborhood starting from $2,725. The second greatest value Russell City West Outer Hayward apartment is the Acacia Model at Amador Village starting at $3,067 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Mt. Eden neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Russell City West Outer Hayward apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chateau Manor Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Amador Village | Acacia | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Hurst Highland Village | oh 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| Lund Garden Apartments | 2 Bed/ 2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Grand at SoHay (Dixon FKA Foothill Townhomes) | 2x1.5C | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.30 |
| Bel Tempo Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Whitman Villa Townhomes | Whitman 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.52 |
| Lord Tennyson Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Majestic | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Park Manor | 2 Bed, 1 Bath - 60% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $2.48 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Russell City West Outer Hayward Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Russell City West Outer Hayward?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Russell City West Outer Hayward is under $1,858.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Russell City West Outer Hayward?
The cheapest apartment in Russell City West Outer Hayward is Hayward Village Senior Apartments which is listed at $1,687, while the average apartment in Russell City West Outer Hayward costs $4,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Russell City West Outer Hayward?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Russell City West Outer Hayward that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Russell City West Outer Hayward?
Cheap apartments in Russell City West Outer Hayward have an average cost of $246 which is $4,604 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Russell City West Outer Hayward.
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