Studio Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA (122 Rentals)

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856 Balra Dr
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856 Balra Dr

856 Balra DrEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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511 Oak St
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511 Oak St

511 Oak StEl Cerrito, CA 94530

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911 Lexington
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911 Lexington

911 LexingtonEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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7003 Potrero Ave
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7003 Potrero Ave

7003 Potrero AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6511 Central Ave
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6511 Central Ave

6511 Central AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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8184 Terrace Dr
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8184 Terrace Dr

8184 Terrace DrEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Casa Nido
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Casa Nido

1239 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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2601 Center Ave
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2601 Center Ave

2601 Center AveRichmond, CA 94804
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1176 University
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1176 University

1176 University AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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1951 Chestnut St
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1951 Chestnut St

1951 Chestnut StBerkeley, CA 94702
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Acton Courtyard
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Acton Courtyard

1370 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Bayview Apartments
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Bayview Apartments

820 Kains AveAlbany, CA 94706
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935 Solano Ave
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935 Solano Ave

935 Solano AveAlbany, CA 94706
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Hearst Apartments
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Hearst Apartments

1244-1246 Hearst AveBerkeley, CA 94702
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404 23rd St
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404 23rd St

404 23rd StRichmond, CA 94804
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1737 Solano Ave
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1737 Solano Ave

1737 Solano AveBerkeley, CA 94707
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California Walk
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California Walk

2091 California StBerkeley, CA 94703
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El Cerrito, CA Local Guide

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Largest Available El Cerrito Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in El Cerrito, CA is found at Cerrito Vista Apartments in the Cortez neighborhood and is 628 square feet priced from $2,386. Montoya Garden in the Devon Square neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 500 square feet and currently listed start at $1,695. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in El Cerrito:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Cerrito Vista Apartments2B - Live Work Studio628 Sq Ft$2,386
Montoya GardenSTUDIO500 Sq Ft$1,695
The Village at Town CenterThe Romeo477 Sq Ft$2,195
University ParkS1450 Sq Ft$1,304
1122UStudio425 Sq Ft$2,597

Cheapest Available El Cerrito Studio Apartments

As of March 27, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in El Cerrito, CA is the S1 Model starting from $1,304 at University Park in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable El Cerrito Studio is the STUDIO Model at Montoya Garden starting at $1,695 in the Devon Square neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in El Cerrito is currently $2,174. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in El Cerrito:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
University ParkS1$1,304
Montoya GardenSTUDIO$1,695
The Village at Town CenterThe Dolce$1,905
Cerrito Vista Apartments0BR/1.0BA$2,000
1122UStudio$2,597

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El Cerrito Overview

Part of the glorious San Francisco Bay area, El Cerrito is a scenic hot spot that is sure to appeal to many. A relatively 'new' city, this west coast locale is brimming with industry, convenience and a world of amenities at your fingertips.

Why live in El Cerrito, CA?

Boasting an impressive number of public parks, not to mention jaw-dropping water views and plenty in the way of shopping, restaurants and nightclubs, a El Cerrito is sure to please. Convenient to a number of area universities as well as the excitement of San Francisco proper, this California destination is an ideal spot for anyone eager to connect with a new home on the west coast.

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Getting Around El Cerrito, CA

Walk Score®

88 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

83 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

57 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio El Cerrito Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cerrito with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in El Cerrito is at University Park listed at $1,304.

How much is the average rent for a Studio El Cerrito Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in El Cerrito is $2,174.

What is the largest available Studio El Cerrito Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Cerrito is a 628 square feet unit starting from $2,386 at Cerrito Vista Apartments.

What is the average size for El Cerrito Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in El Cerrito is currently 424 sq ft.

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