Cheap Homes for Rent in Castro City Neighborhood of Mountain View, CA from $1,400 (21 Rentals)

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Castro City, Mountain View, CA Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Paulson Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,884
The Villa Monte ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
All Single Story Apartment CommunityMonte Sierra Apartments - Single-Story Studio A...Studio,1BA$2,095
The Camille North ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,145
The Chalet at CurtnerCabinStudio,1BA$2,245

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castro City, CA

As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Castro City area is the $3.84 price per square foot 3BR/2BA Model at Merrilee Terrace Apartments in the in the Ventura neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value Castro City apartment is the Plan B1 Model at Birch Creek starting at $3,880 with a $3.66 price per square foot in the Old Los Altos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Castro City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Merrilee Terrace Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$3.84
Birch CreekPlan B12BR,2BA$3.66
Woodview ApartmentsTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$3.21
Fayette Arms ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$3.77
3133 Alma St, Unit 31333133 Alma St2BR,1BA$3.51
Park Terrace2x1 P2BR,1BA$3.67
BrooksideOlive1BR,1BA$3.80
Aviana Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.83
Shoreline VillageOne Bedroom 1-B1BR,1BA$3.65
Paulson Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.09

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Castro City, Mountain View, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Castro City

What type of rentals are currently available in Castro City?

There are currently 850 Apartments for Rent in Castro City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,185 to $11,039. There are also 106 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Castro City ranging from $1,400 to $13,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Castro City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Castro City ranges from $1,400 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $6,698.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert's Guide to the Top 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renters in San Jose

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.