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El Cerrito, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in El Cerrito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,352 | $2,200 | $3,900 |
| El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,885 | $2,850 | $6,050 |
| El Cerrito 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,233 | $3,500 | $4,950 |
| El Cerrito 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,283 | $3,250 | $7,500 |
| El Cerrito 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,200 | $8,200 | $8,200 |
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Cheapest Available El Cerrito Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in El Cerrito, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Helios in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $1,100. University Park in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,304. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Cerrito apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helios | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| University Park | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,304 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Dolce | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Cerrito area is the $2.46 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Terraces at Nevin in the in the Devon Square neighborhood starting from $3,141. The second greatest value El Cerrito apartment is the 5533 Madison Ave Model at 5533 Madison Ave, Unit #7 starting at $2,995 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Del Norte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Cerrito apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraces at Nevin | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 5533 Madison Ave, Unit #7 | 5533 Madison Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 3301 Santa Clara Ave, Unit 1 | 3301 Santa Clara Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 5303 Panama Ave, Unit 5303 | 5303 Panama Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 145 19th St, Unit 145 19th Street | 145 19th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Casa del Sol | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 4666 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit 15 | 4666 San Pablo Dam Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in El Cerrito?
There are currently 1488 Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $9,495. There are also 52 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Cerrito ranging from $1,000 to $8,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Cerrito?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Cerrito ranges from $1,000 to $8,200 with an average monthly rent of $4,161.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in El Cerrito?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in El Cerrito range from $2,500 to $7,137, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $6,050. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,141.
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