
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shields Reid Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $500 (7 Rentals)
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Westridge at Hilltop Apartments
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Shields Reid, Richmond, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shields Reid?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Shields Reid Studio Apartments | $1,875 | $1,580 | $2,452 |
Shields Reid 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,312 | $1,000 | $4,925 |
Shields Reid 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,926 | $1,750 | $5,748 |
Shields Reid 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,572 | $2,350 | $2,795 |
Shields Reid 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,808 | $2,475 | $3,141 |
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Cheapest Available Shields Reid Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shields Reid area of San Francisco, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at El Paseo Family priced from $947. Westridge at Hilltop Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,366. Here are the most affordable Shields Reid apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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El Paseo Family | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $947 |
Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,366 |
162 Santa Fe Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shields Reid, CA
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shields Reid 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 Shields Reid apartment is the 301 Nevin Ave Model at 301 Nevin Ave, Unit B Upstairs starting at $2,500 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Atchison Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shields Reid apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Terraces at Nevin | 2 Bedroom Type A | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
301 Nevin Ave, Unit B Upstairs | 301 Nevin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
El Paseo Family | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Baycliff Apartments | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.39 |
Casa Ensenada Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
2425 Church Ln, Unit B | 2425 Church Ln | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
Liberty Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
Montoya Garden | STUDIO | Studio ,1BA | $3.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShields Reid, Richmond, CA
Ranked #5
Among neighborhoods in Richmond, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Shields Reid, Richmond, CA
Edward M. Downer Elementary
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Best Local Schools in Shields Reid, Richmond, CA
Edward M. Downer Elementary
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Getting Around the Shields Reid Neighborhood in Richmond, CA
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shields Reid Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shields Reid?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shields Reid is under $1,754.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shields Reid?
The cheapest apartment in Shields Reid is Westridge at Hilltop Apartments which is listed at $1,366, while the average apartment in Shields Reid costs $2,808.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shields Reid?
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 604 regular apartments in Shields Reid 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 Shields Reid?
Cheap apartments in Shields Reid have an average cost of $1,177 which is $1,631 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shields Reid.
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