
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Russell City West Outer Hayward Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA from $900 (131 Rentals)
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2762 Grove Way

Villa Grove Apartments

21421 Rizzo Ave

Cathay Gardens Apartments

Cedars North

Anita Plaza Apartments

Chateau Andre Apartments

Garden Park Apartments

Palomares Canyon Estate
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The Cedars

Park Tower Apartments

3958 Castro Valley Blvd

Capri Apartments

Creekside Terrace

21955 Idena Ave

936 Lucia Ct

16293 Galway Ct

16293 Galway Ct

16293 Galway Ct
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1478 172nd Ave

Hayward Village Senior Apartments

The Majestic

Park Manor

Zelma

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Creekwood

Park Place Apartments

Lakeside Village

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Fletcher Towers

255 Edwin Way
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Holiday Orchard Apartments

15111 Washington Ave

Bon Tanna Apartments

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Casa Serena

PINEBROOK

Lund Garden Apartments

Andina Apartments

Coral Gardens Apartments

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The Mark

Sandpiper Apartments
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Summit Apartments

Jackson Flats

Walnut Hills Apartments

Cinnamon Apartments

The Grand Townhomes at SoHay'

1890 E St

Hurst Highland Village

The Palms (04/25)

Whitman Green

The Edge on the Boulevard
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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 | $2,447 | $1,770 | $3,590 |
| Russell City West Outer Hayward 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,331 | $1,400 | $3,800 |
| Russell City West Outer Hayward 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,847 | $1,730 | $5,100 |
| Russell City West Outer Hayward 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,729 | $2,500 | $5,240 |
| Russell City West Outer Hayward 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,086 | $2,594 | $7,022 |
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There are currently 131 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 Studio unit found at 429 Smalley Ave priced from $1,650. 763 Blossom Way has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,675. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 429 Smalley Ave | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| 763 Blossom Way | 763 Blossom Way - 56 | 1BR,1BA | $1,675 |
| Hayward Village Senior Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,687 |
| The Majestic | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,724 |
| Zelma | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Fletcher Towers | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Holiday Orchard Apartments | Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Bon Tanna Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,855 |
| Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Russell City West Outer Hayward, CA
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Russell City West Outer Hayward area is the $2.28 price per square foot 2 BR / 2BA / DEN Model at Chateau Manor Apartments in the in the Springlake neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Russell City West Outer Hayward apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Fairway Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Hayward Highland 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 | 2 BR / 2BA / DEN | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| The Fairway Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Solstice | 3 BEDROOM 2 BATHROOM | 3BR,2BA | $2.64 |
| 25684 Spring Dr, Unit D | 25684 Spring Dr | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Tampa Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.34 |
| Lord Tennyson Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Walnut Hills Apartments | 1 Bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Lund Garden Apartments | 1 Bed/ 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Andina Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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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 $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Russell City West Outer Hayward?
The cheapest apartment in Russell City West Outer Hayward is 763 Blossom Way which is listed at $1,675, while the average apartment in Russell City West Outer Hayward costs $5,644.
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 3 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 $219 which is $5,425 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Russell City West Outer Hayward.
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