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AntiochCA94509
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160 E 3rd St
PittsburgCA94565
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1304 Estudillo St, Unit 2
1304 Estudillo StMartinez, CA 94553
501 S 20th St
RichmondCA94804
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Diamond Terrace Apartments After 55 Community
6401 Center StClayton, CA 94517
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Mira Vista Hills
2201 San Jose DrAntioch, CA 94509
2033 Nevin Ave
RichmondCA94801
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Westridge at Hilltop Apartments
2490 Lancaster DrRichmond, CA 94806
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1901 Railroad Ave
PittsburgCA94565
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Delta Pines Apartments
2301 Sycamore DrAntioch, CA 94509
29 Washington St
Bay PointCA94565
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Grant Street Apartments
2761 Grant StConcord, CA 94520
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Mountain View Apartments
1220 Monument BlvdConcord, CA 94520
130 Avalon Ct
San RamonCA94582
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Contra Costa County, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Contra Costa County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contra Costa County Studio Apartments | $2,199 | $795 | $5,100 |
| Contra Costa County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,456 | $1,100 | $7,211 |
| Contra Costa County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,978 | $1,517 | $10,000+ |
| Contra Costa County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,334 | $750 | $10,000+ |
| Contra Costa County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,840 | $3,141 | $6,500 |
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Cheapest Available Contra Costa County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Contra Costa County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Diamond Terrace Apartments After 55 Community in the Clayton Valley Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,314. Mira Vista Hills in the Highlands Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Contra Costa County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Terrace Apartments After 55 Community | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,314 |
| Mira Vista Hills | 11B Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Bay Area Rentals | Oakridge - 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,362 |
| Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,366 |
| Commons @ Oak Grove | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,382 |
| Oakwood Village | Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| The Atchison | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,411 |
| Delta Pines Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,417 |
| Grant Street Apartments | Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Contra Costa County, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Contra Costa County area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3410 San Pablo Dam Rd Model at 3410 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit #3414 in the in the Hilltop neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value Contra Costa County apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at The Silvergate starting at $2,895 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Mariposa in Brentwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Contra Costa County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 3410 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit #3414 | 3410 San Pablo Dam Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Silvergate | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| Crestview Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| LAKESHORE | G - 2X2 940 3RD FLR | 2BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Town House Apartments | 2Bd/1.5Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.12 |
| Redwood Green Apartments | 2 Bd/1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Antioch Family and Senior Apartments | B1 Family | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 616 O Street | o-2x1db | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Oakwood Village | Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Atchison | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Contra Costa County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Contra Costa County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Contra Costa County is under $1,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Contra Costa County?
The cheapest apartment in Contra Costa County is Diamond Terrace Apartments After 55 Community which is listed at $1,314, while the average apartment in Contra Costa County costs $3,805.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Contra Costa County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 222 regular apartments in Contra Costa County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Contra Costa County?
Cheap apartments in Contra Costa County have an average cost of $364 which is $3,441 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Contra Costa County.
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