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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Hardwood floors
  • Modern appliances
  • Large windows
  • Spacious living area
  • Utilities included
  • Pet-friendly

Location

20607 Congress Way, Castro Valley, CA 94546, USA
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Management

Orvick Management Group, Inc. - SR

Leasing office

(650) 963-4964

Property Overview

The property at 028 - St. Francis presents an exceptional living opportunity, featuring hardwood floors, modern appliances, and a spacious living area with large windows. It holds a strong overall rating of 8.4 from Zumper, indicating its appeal among renters, while achieving top marks for price, location, and amenities, making it a prime choice for those seeking value. Additionally, the property emphasizes transparency with its detailed descriptions and showcases 16 photos, enhancing the overall experience for potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 028 - St. Francis is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 028 - St. Francis has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images Available
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2x12 bed1 bath$1,895 /mo1 unit availableGorgeous Two Bedroom Apartment Just one mile or an easy 20 minute walk to Castro Valley BART. Located close to Lake Chabot, good eateries, and the 238 and 580 and 680 intersection. Features: Well appointed floor plan with a split bedroom layout. Beautiful new hardwood vinyl flooring throughout Large windows for natural light Assigned parking Water and Garbage Included Rental Requirements: -Verifiable Employment -Verifiable Rental History -Income must be 2.5x the monthly rent Lease term: 12 month lease Security Deposit: Same as rent amount Managed by Orvick Management Group INC BRE#: 01914900

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Amenities for 028 - St. Francis

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOne Parking Space

Services

Water, Garbage & Sewer
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Units15
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About 028 - St. Francis

HomeApartments in Castro Valley 028 - St. Francis

Gorgeous Two Bedroom Apartment Just one mile or an easy 20 minute walk to Castro Valley BART. Located close to Lake Chabot, good eateries, and the 238 and 580 and 680 intersection. Features: Well appointed floor plan with a split bedroom layout. Beautiful new hardwood vinyl flooring throughout Large windows for natural light Assigned parking Water and Garbage Included Rental Requirements: -Verifiable Employment -Verifiable Rental History -Income must be 2.5x the monthly rent Lease term: 12 month lease Security Deposit: Same as rent amount Managed by Orvick Management Group INC BRE#: 01914900


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 028 - St. Francis is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 028 - St. Francis has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 028 - St. Francis
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
028 - St. Francis offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 028 - St. Francis is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
028 - St. Francis is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 028 - St. Francis does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

028 - St. Francis is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 8 pet supply stores near the property

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 028 - St. Francis compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Castro Valley

2-bedroom apartments at 028 - St. Francis cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Castro Valley.

Median rents as of Oct 12 2025.
Castro Valley
A table of studio rental data trends in Castro Valley
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$1,744
September 2025$1,718
October 2025$1,595

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$75,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $75,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,895.
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Schools near 028 - St. Francis

Castro Valley Elementary School

20185 san miguel ave

castro valley, CA, 94546

K-5Public
A-

Stanton Elementary School

2644 somerset ave

castro valley, CA, 94546

K-5Public
A-

Chabot Elementary School

19104 lake chabot rd

castro valley, CA, 94546

K-5Public
A

Marshall Elementary School

20111 marshall st

castro valley, CA, 94546

K-5Public
A

Proctor Elementary School

17520 redwood rd

castro valley, CA, 94546

K-5Public
A
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Getting around Castro Valley near 20607 Congress Way

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 20607 Congress Way, Castro Valley

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 30-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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