
Cheap Homes for Rent in Midtown Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA from $1,600 (3 Rentals)
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Midtown, El Cerrito, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Midtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Midtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,947 | $2,895 | $3,000 |
Midtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,850 | $3,850 | $3,850 |
Midtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
Midtown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Midtown Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA
As of March 22, 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 2C Model at Metro 510 starting at $3,550 with a $3.23 price per square foot in the Midtown 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 |
Metro 510 | 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.23 |
1636 Lexington Ave, Unit 1636 | 1636 Lexington Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.59 |
1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
5849 El Dorado Ave | 5849 El Dorado Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Midtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Midtown?
There are currently 330 Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $4,600. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Midtown ranging from $1,600 to $6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Midtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Midtown ranges from $1,600 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,936.
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