Cheap Homes for Rent in Cortez Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $1,600 (5 Rentals)

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Cortez, Richmond, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cortez Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cortez area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Cerrito Vista Apartments priced from $2,000. Terraces at Nevin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,283. Here are the most affordable Cortez apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cerrito Vista Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,000
Terraces at Nevin2 Bedroom Type A2BR,1BA$2,283
1401 Liberty St2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cortez area is the $2.39 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Type A Model at Terraces at Nevin in the in the Devon Square neighborhood starting from $2,283. The second greatest value Cortez apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at 1401 Liberty St starting at $2,400 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Cortez neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortez apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Terraces at Nevin2 Bedroom Type A2BR,1BA$2.39
1401 Liberty St2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.82
145 19th St, Unit 145 19th Street145 19th St2BR,1BA$2.88
Cerrito Vista Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$4.71

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cortez

What type of rentals are currently available in Cortez?

There are currently 276 Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,250 to $3,820. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cortez ranging from $1,695 to $4,100.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cortez?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cortez ranges from $1,695 to $4,100 with an average monthly rent of $2,677.

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