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- Off-street parking
- Smoke-free
- On-site laundry room
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253 Castro Street, San Leandro, California 94577, United States|Old San Leandro
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Amenities for 253 Castro Street, Old San Leandro
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Freezer |
| Furnished | Hardwood Floor |
Appliances
| Garbage Disposal | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Building
| Controlled Building | Onsite Laundry |
| Security Cameras | Wall |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Off-Street Parking |
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Apartments in San LeandroOld San Leandro 253 Castro Street, San Leandro, California 94577, United States
Apartments in San LeandroOld San Leandro 253 Castro Street, San Leandro, California 94577, United StatesProperty Id: 1642029 In the heart of downtown San Leandro, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is ideal for working professionals and families. Whether you need a fully furnished space for short-term stays, or prefer an unfurnished option for a longer lease, this versatile move-in-ready unit adapts to your needs. It includes off-street parking and an on-site laundry room. Located near major employers, schools, and vibrant local amenities, this smoke- and pet-free apartment combines comfort with convenience. Available in November. Contact us today to schedule a showing!
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 253 Castro St, San Leandro, CA 94577, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 220 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Covered parking
- Garage, covered, or indoor parking is available at this address
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Old San Leandro |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 94577 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Old San Leandro
2-bedroom apartments at 253 Castro Street cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in San Leandro.
Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Old San Leandro
San Leandro
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,461 |
| January 2024 | $2,434 |
| February 2024 | $2,472 |
| March 2024 | $2,494 |
| April 2024 | $2,496 |
| May 2024 | $2,474 |
| June 2024 | $2,498 |
| July 2024 | $2,503 |
| August 2024 | $2,494 |
| September 2024 | $2,472 |
| October 2024 | $2,483 |
| November 2024 | $2,496 |
| December 2024 | $2,490 |
| January 2025 | $2,462 |
| February 2025 | $2,483 |
| March 2025 | $2,492 |
| April 2025 | $2,491 |
| May 2025 | $2,438 |
| June 2025 | $2,449 |
| July 2025 | $2,543 |
| August 2025 | $2,531 |
| September 2025 | $2,494 |
| October 2025 | $2,492 |
| November 2025 | $2,480 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $2,514 |
| January 2024 | $2,493 |
| February 2024 | $2,500 |
| March 2024 | $2,476 |
| April 2024 | $2,435 |
| May 2024 | $2,450 |
| June 2024 | $2,424 |
| July 2024 | $2,418 |
| August 2024 | $2,458 |
| September 2024 | $2,459 |
| October 2024 | $2,470 |
| November 2024 | $2,427 |
| December 2024 | $2,607 |
| January 2025 | $2,566 |
| February 2025 | $2,622 |
| March 2025 | $2,480 |
| April 2025 | $2,506 |
| May 2025 | $2,444 |
| June 2025 | $2,450 |
| July 2025 | $2,614 |
| August 2025 | $2,637 |
| September 2025 | $2,585 |
| October 2025 | $2,572 |
| November 2025 | $2,523 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$96,000/yr
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 months ago | $2,400 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 6 months ago | $2,500 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 8 months ago | $1,800 | 1 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 11 months ago | $2,900 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 1 year ago | $1,800 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 253 Castro Street
McKinley Elementary School
2150 e 14th st
san leandro, CA, 94577
K-5Public
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Getting around San Leandro near 253 Castro Street
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 253 Castro Street, San Leandro
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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