Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Castro Neighborhood of San Jose, CA from $1,900 (34 Rentals)

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Atherton Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Atherton Terrace

4809 Atherton AveSan Jose, CA 95130

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Hamilton Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hamilton Villa

4515 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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4595 Hamilton Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4595 Hamilton Ave

4595 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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4314 Hamilton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4314 Hamilton Ave

4314 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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4612 Campbell Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4612 Campbell Ave

4612 Campbell AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Flaminbeau
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Flaminbeau

4589 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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4358 Hamilton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4358 Hamilton Ave

4358 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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4470 Hamilton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4470 Hamilton Ave

4470 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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Westgate Living
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westgate Living

4810 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130

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4634 Campbell Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4634 Campbell Ave

4634 Campbell AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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4351 Latimer Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4351 Latimer Ave

4351 Latimer AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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4346 Latimer Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4346 Latimer Ave

4346 Latimer AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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1826 Duvall Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1826 Duvall Dr

1826 Duvall DrSan Jose, CA 95130
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Saratoga Lanai
2 Bedroom Apartments

Saratoga Lanai

4734 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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4445 Hamilton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4445 Hamilton Ave

4445 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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4497 Hamilton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4497 Hamilton Ave

4497 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130
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4237 Hamilton Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4237 Hamilton Ave

4237 Hamilton AveSan Jose, CA 95130

Castro, San Jose, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Castro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Castro area of San Jose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Colonial House Apartments priced from $1,980. Boynton Greens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Castro apartments for rent in San Jose, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Colonial House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,980
Boynton Greens ApartmentsB31BR,1BA$2,195
Colonial House South1 Bd 1 Ba1BR,1BA$2,200
Prospect Corners*One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250
Hamilton Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$2,350
Four Twenty Union ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castro, CA

As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Castro area is the $3.69 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at Four Twenty Union Apartments in the in the South San Jose neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Castro apartment is the *One Bedroom Model at Prospect Corners starting at $2,250 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the Hillside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Castro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Four Twenty Union ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.69
Prospect Corners*One Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.21
Colonial House South1 Bd 1 Ba1BR,1BA$3.14
Colonial House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.00
Boynton Greens ApartmentsB31BR,1BA$3.33
Hamilton Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$3.64

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Castro, San Jose, CA

Ranked #468

Among neighborhoods in San Jose, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Castro Neighborhood in San Jose, CA

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Castro Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Castro Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Castro Apartment is $1,980 at Colonial House Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Castro Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Castro is starting from $2,790 at Boynton Greens Apartments.

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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