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6401 Fairmount Ave, Unit #2
6401 Fairmount AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA from $1,400 (11 Rentals)
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The Village at Town Center
6410 Schmidt LnEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Cerrito Vista Apartments
10963 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Civic Plaza Apartments
10944 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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from $2,239Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 18
Mayfair Station
11600 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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from $2,2502 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
1201 Liberty Apartments
1201 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1349-1351 Carlson Blvd
RichmondCA94804
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1362 Carlson Blvd, Unit A
1362 Carlson BlvdRichmond, CA 94804
1520 S 55th St
RichmondCA94804
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Midtown, El Cerrito, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Studio Apartments | $2,235 | $1,905 | $2,700 |
| Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,481 | $1,495 | $3,200 |
| Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,997 | $1,795 | $4,000 |
| Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,411 | $2,850 | $4,600 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Midtown Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA.
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Cheapest Available Midtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Village at Town Center priced from $1,905. Cerrito Vista Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Town Center | The Dolce | Studio,1BA | $1,905 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $2.40 price per square foot 5533 Madison Ave Model at 5533 Madison Ave, Unit #7 in the in the Del Norte neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the 1636 Lexington Ave Model at 1636 Lexington Ave, Unit 1636 starting at $2,850 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the Del Norte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 5533 Madison Ave, Unit #7 | 5533 Madison Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| 1636 Lexington Ave, Unit 1636 | 1636 Lexington Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Metro 510 | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.23 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.71 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Dolce | Studio ,1BA | $5.15 |
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Best Local Schools in Midtown, El Cerrito, CA
Fairmont Elementary
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (503)
5 out of 10
Fred T. Korematsu Middle
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (681)
4 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Midtown, El Cerrito, CA
Fairmont Elementary
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (503)
5 out of 10
Fred T. Korematsu Middle
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (681)
4 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown is under $2,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown is The Village at Town Center which is listed at $2,115, while the average apartment in Midtown costs $2,995.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown?
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 16 regular apartments in Midtown 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 Midtown?
Cheap apartments in Midtown have an average cost of $1,198 which is $1,797 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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