
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA from $1,900 (10 Rentals)
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2730 Oak Rd

310 N Civic Dr

1315 Alma Ave

1446 Del Rio Cir
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1919 Ygnacio Valley Rd

945 Bancroft Rd
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1571 Alvarado Ave

1251 Homestead Ave

1644 San Miguel Dr
Central Contra Costa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Contra Costa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Contra Costa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,066 | $2,350 | $4,250 |
Central Contra Costa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,117 | $3,350 | $5,495 |
Central Contra Costa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,460 | $4,250 | $6,495 |
Central Contra Costa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,147 | $5,995 | $6,300 |
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Cheapest Available Central Contra Costa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Central Contra Costa, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Regency Apartments in the College Park neighborhood priced from $1,766. Mountain View Apartments in the College Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,818. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central Contra Costa apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,766 |
Mountain View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,818 |
Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,852 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA and Nearby
As of July 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Contra Costa area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Central Contra Costa apartment is the Townhome Model at Spring Meadow starting at $2,640 with a $2.48 price per square foot in the College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Contra Costa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Geary Road Townhomes | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
Spring Meadow | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.48 |
Walnut Creek Apartments | 2B/ 1B #8 | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
Shutters Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
The Windsor | Bristol | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
Villa Montanaro | 1x1-713 | 1BR,1BA | $3.54 |
The Boulevard | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Contra Costa
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Contra Costa?
There are currently 33 Apartments for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,766 to $7,157. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Contra Costa ranging from $1,995 to $6,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Contra Costa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Contra Costa ranges from $1,995 to $6,495 with an average monthly rent of $3,934.
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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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
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