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The Cedars
22240-22302 Center StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Town House Plaza
2511 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Terra Castro Valley
2275 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Garden Park Apartments
20928 Wilbeam AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Arcady Apartments
20475 Wisteria StCastro Valley, CA 94546
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20499 Santa Maria AveCastro Valley, CA 94546
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2481 Grove WayCastro Valley, CA 94546
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Creekwood
22294 City Center DrHayward, CA 94541
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South Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA Local Guide
Palomares Hills looking south toward Palomares Canyon by Guinnog is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Castro Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Castro Valley Studio Apartments | $2,233 | $1,795 | $2,804 |
| South Castro Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $1,844 | $3,332 |
| South Castro Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,016 | $2,040 | $4,222 |
| South Castro Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,004 | $2,850 | $4,829 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Castro Valley Neighborhood of Castro Valley, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Castro Valley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Castro Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Cedars priced from $1,844. 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 South Castro Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cedars | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $1,844 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| Garden Park Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
| Stratus Apartments CV | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Bon Aire Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,038 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Castro Valley, CA
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Castro Valley 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 South Castro Valley apartment is the 1609 B St Model at 1609 B St, Unit 1 starting at $2,850 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the Hayward Highland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Castro Valley 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 |
| 1609 B St, Unit 1 | 1609 B St | 3BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| Eden Terrace | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| 20824-20846 Chester St | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| Magnolia Grove Condominiums | 2x2 1000 | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| The Brook on Center | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kelly Green Apartments | 2x1 downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 22774 4th St | 2 Bd 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Ridgecrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath + Storage room | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 2762 Grove Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California including South Castro Valley, Castro Valley, and the greater San Francisco area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Castro Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Castro Valley?
The cheapest apartment in South Castro Valley is The Cedars which is listed at $1,789, while the average apartment in South Castro Valley costs $4,244.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Castro Valley?
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 7 regular apartments in South Castro Valley 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 South Castro Valley?
Cheap apartments in South Castro Valley have an average cost of $676 which is $3,568 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Castro Valley.
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.