Studio Apartment Rent in Castro Valley, CA
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Castro Valley, California as of July 2026. That's +33% lower than the citywide median of $2,767 and +43% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Castro Valley
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Castro Valley
Compare Castro Valley's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Florin | $738 |
| 2 | Ridgecrest | $838 |
| 3 | Taft | $870 |
| 4 | Lakeport | $890 |
| 5 | El Centro | $910 |
| 6 | Barstow | $920 |
| 7 | Red Bluff | $930 |
| 8 | California City | $940 |
| 9 | Clearlake | $950 |
| 10 | Paradise | $970 |
| 11 | Eureka | $980 |
| 12 | Oroville | $985 |
| 13 | Florence-Graham | $1,029 |
| 14 | Porterville | $1,050 |
| 15 | Anderson | $1,060 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in California
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz | $3,520 |
| 2 | Scotts Valley | $3,420 |
| 3 | Aptos | $3,420 |
| 4 | Cupertino | $3,410 |
| 5 | Coronado | $3,190 |
| 6 | Ladera Ranch | $3,140 |
| 7 | Los Altos | $3,130 |
| 8 | Foster City | $3,130 |
| 9 | Newport Beach | $3,102 |
| 10 | Capitola | $3,100 |
| 11 | Coto de Caza | $3,070 |
| 12 | Sunnyvale | $3,010 |
| 13 | Santa Barbara | $3,000 |
| 14 | Irvine | $3,000 |
| 15 | Solana Beach | $2,970 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Castro Valley.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Castro Valley |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Lorenzo, CA | 4.6 mi | $1,910 | +$60 (+3%) |
| San Leandro, CA | 4.6 mi | $1,715 | $-135 (-7%) |
| Hayward, CA | 4.9 mi | $1,935 | +$85 (+5%) |
| Union City, CA | 8.8 mi | $2,070 | +$220 (+12%) |
| Moraga, CA | 9 mi | $2,270 | +$420 (+23%) |
| San Ramon, CA | 9.8 mi | $2,405 | +$555 (+30%) |
| Danville, CA | 11.1 mi | $2,520 | +$670 (+36%) |
| Oakland, CA | 11.3 mi | $1,792 | $-58 (-3%) |
| Dublin, CA | 11.4 mi | $2,590 | +$740 (+40%) |
| Lafayette, CA | 12.8 mi | $2,530 | +$680 (+37%) |
| Walnut Creek, CA | 13.3 mi | $2,343 | +$493 (+27%) |
| Orinda, CA | 13.5 mi | $2,120 | +$270 (+15%) |
Studio rent in Castro Valley — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Castro Valley?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Castro Valley, California is $1,850 per month. This is +33% below the citywide median of $2,767.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Castro Valley?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $74,000 ($6,167/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.58/hour at a full-time job.
Is Castro Valley expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Castro Valley's studio median of $1,850 is +43% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 82th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Castro Valley rank for studio rent in California?
Among the 383 cities in California with studio data, Castro Valley ranks #153 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Castro Valley?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include San Leandro ($1,715), Oakland ($1,792).