Cheap Apartments for Rent in Richmond, CA from $500 (27 Rentals)

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2349 Roosevelt Ave
$1,650Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

2349 Roosevelt Ave

Richmond, CA 94804
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Monterey Pines
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Monterey Pines

680 37th StRichmond, CA 94805
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2601 Center Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

2601 Center Ave

2601 Center AveRichmond, CA 94804
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144 13th St
Studio Apartments

144 13th St

144 13th StRichmond, CA 94801
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1613 6th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1613 6th St

1613 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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Tiki Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tiki Apartments

2688 Rollingwood DrSan Pablo, CA 94806
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Appian Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Appian Terrace

4481 Appian WayEl Sobrante, CA 94803
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Kona Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kona Apartments

2645 Church LnSan Pablo, CA 94806
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Richmond Overview

For East Bay living in the San Francisco area, there?s nothing quite like Richmond, CA. No other city in the region boasts as much waterfront as Richmond! For those looking to move to an apartment in Richmond, your odds of a water view are much higher than in surrounding areas -- all without the headaches of property taxes.

Why live in Richmond, CA?

Where else can you find a diverse community that is nestled between two bays? The San Francisco Bay and the San Pablo Bay each add magic to Richmond. It?s got a laid-back vibe with a nautical history, diverse population and tons of shoreline trails to explore. The cost of living in Richmond is lower than in most of Contra Costa Country. In addition, 10 of its sites are on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Getting Around Richmond, CA

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richmond Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Richmond?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Richmond is at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments listed at $1,580.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment is $1,366 at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Richmond Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Richmond is starting from $1,995 at Casa Ensenada Apartments.

What is the most affordable Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1201 Liberty Apartments and starts from $2,850.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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