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Eagle Park Apartments
1701 W El Camino RealMountain View, CA 94040
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Castro City Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $1,100 (68 Rentals)
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255 S Rengstorff Ave
255 S Rengstorff AveMountain View, CA 94040
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Luna Vista
950 W El Camino RealMountain View, CA 94040
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Paulson Park
111 Montebello AveMountain View, CA 94043
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The Villa Monte Apartments
1030 El Monte AveMountain View, CA 94040
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Park Plaza Apartments
1929 Crisanto AveMountain View, CA 94040
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555 San Antonio Rd, Unit FL2-ID279
555 San Antonio RdMountain View, CA 94040
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Hidden Garden Apartments
1571 W El Camino RealMountain View, CA 94040
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All Single Story Apartment Community
1901 Montecito AveMountain View, CA 94043
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The Camille North Apartments
2685 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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The Laurel at Mountain View (55+)
1981 Montecito AveMountain View, CA 94043
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Park Square Apartments
1285 Montecito AveMountain View, CA 94043
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Shoreline Village
505 Central AveMountain View, CA 94043
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335-341 Easy St
335-341 Easy StMountain View, CA 94043
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111 N Rengstorff Ave
111 N Rengstorff AveMountain View, CA 94043
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Mountain View Town Center I & II Apartments
405 Stierlin RdMountain View, CA 94043
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eaves Mountain View at Middlefield
555 W Middlefield RdMountain View, CA 94043
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Del Medio Manor
141 Del Medio AveMountain View, CA 94040
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Parkview Apartments
529 Taylor CtMountain View, CA 94043
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Washington Square Apartments
1375 Montecito AveMountain View, CA 94043
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The Arbors at Mountain View Apartments
2290 California StMountain View, CA 94040
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Castro City, Mountain View, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Castro City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castro City Studio Apartments | $3,038 | $1,708 | $4,200 |
| Castro City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,968 | $1,185 | $8,610 |
| Castro City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,152 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Castro City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,483 | $4,240 | $7,673 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 68 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Castro City Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA.
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Cheapest Available Castro City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Castro City area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Paulson Park priced from $1,884. The Villa Monte Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Castro City apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paulson Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,884 |
| The Villa Monte Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| All Single Story Apartment Community | Monte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A... | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
| The Camille North Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| The Laurel at Mountain View (55+) | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| Hidden Garden Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| eaves Creekside | S4-198SF | Studio,1BA | $2,275 |
| The Chalet at Curtner | Cabin | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castro City, CA
As of November 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Castro City area is the $2.57 price per square foot 3277 Alma St Model at 3277 Alma St, Unit 3277 in the in the Duveneck neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Castro City apartment is the Townhouse Model at Woodview Apartments starting at $3,195 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the San Antonio neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Castro City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 3277 Alma St, Unit 3277 | 3277 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| Woodview Apartments | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| Fayette Arms Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.77 |
| 3133 Alma St, Unit 3133 | 3133 Alma St | 2BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| 1906 Rock St Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| 120 Granada Dr | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 472 Margarita Ave, Unit 472 | 472 Margarita Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| 555 San Antonio Rd, Unit FL2-ID279 | 555 San Antonio Rd | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Shoreline Village | One Bedroom 1-B | 1BR,1BA | $3.65 |
| Paulson Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
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Best Local Schools in Castro City, Mountain View, CA
Monta Loma Elementary
Mountain View Whisman School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (245)
6 out of 10
Los Altos High
Mountain View-Los Altos Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2141)
10 out of 10
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Getting Around the Castro City Neighborhood in Mountain View, CA
Walk Score®
74 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
98 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
46 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Castro City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Castro City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Castro City is under $2,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Castro City?
The cheapest apartment in Castro City is Paulson Park which is listed at $1,884, while the average apartment in Castro City costs $5,321.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Castro City?
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 4 regular apartments in Castro City 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 Castro City?
Cheap apartments in Castro City have an average cost of $147 which is $5,174 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Castro City.
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