Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Pablo, CA from $500 (15 Rentals)

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Tiki Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tiki Apartments

2688 Rollingwood DrSan Pablo, CA 94806
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Kona Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kona Apartments

2645 Church LnSan Pablo, CA 94806
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Chesley Mutual Housing
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chesley Mutual Housing

802 Chesley AveRichmond, CA 94801
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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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Cheapest Available San Pablo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Pablo, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments in the Devon Square neighborhood priced from $1,366. Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Afforordable Apartments in the Devon Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,565. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Pablo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westridge at Hilltop ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,366
Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Afforordable Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,565
Montoya GardenSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,695
Hilltop Commons ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,711
Baycliff ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,720

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Pablo, CA

As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Pablo area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3410 San Pablo Dam Rd Model at 3410 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit #3414 in the in the Hilltop neighborhood starting from $2,750. The second greatest value San Pablo apartment is the 2 Bedroom Type A Model at Terraces at Nevin starting at $2,283 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Devon Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Pablo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
3410 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit #34143410 San Pablo Dam Rd3BR,1BA$1.38
Terraces at Nevin2 Bedroom Type A2BR,1BA$2.39
2822 14th St, Unit 12822 14th St2BR,1BA$2.61
301 Nevin Ave, Unit B Upstairs301 Nevin Ave2BR,1BA$2.79
Liberty Village Apartments3 Bedroom 1 Bathroom3BR,1BA$2.80
Casa del Sol2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.61
Bella Vista at HilltopAvalon1BR,1BA$2.67
Baycliff ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.59
Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Afforordable Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.59
4666 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit 154666 San Pablo Dam Rd1BR,1BA$2.83

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San Pablo Overview

Known by locals as 'the City of New Directions', San Pablo is a welcoming and 'little big city' nestled in the heart of California. At just under 3 square miles in size and boasting almost 30,000 residents, this idyllic west coast city makes a charming homestead for anyone considering a move to sunny California.

Why live in San Pablo, CA?

Home to both the Doctor's Medical Center as well as San Pablo College, this quaint and bustling Cali city has much to offer a variety of lifestyles and budgets. Within reach of the scenic coastline of the west, and heavy on amenities and local shopping options, apartments in San Pablo make a fantastic way to get aquainted with California. 

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Getting Around San Pablo, CA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Pablo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Pablo?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Pablo Apartment?

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Pablo is starting from $1,750 at Rumrill Place Apartment.

What is the most affordable San Pablo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Pablo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Liberty Village Apartments and starts from $2,286.

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