
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA from $800 (33 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cerritos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerritos Studio Apartments | $2,129 | $1,325 | $3,230 |
| Cerritos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,165 | $1,250 | $3,285 |
| Cerritos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,717 | $1,750 | $4,380 |
| Cerritos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,253 | $2,500 | $4,300 |
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Cheapest Available Cerritos Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cerritos, CA is a Studio unit found at Tower Bellflower in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,325. Alondra Palm LLC in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cerritos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tower Bellflower | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Alondra Palm LLC | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| 9553 Flower St | ONE | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Bellflower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| BF6206 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Cypress Pointe Senior Community | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Acapulco | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| La Paloma | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA and Nearby
As of December 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cerritos area is the $1.85 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at 16141 Eucalyptus Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Cerritos apartment is the Townhouse C Model at Cypress Cape Apartments starting at $3,295 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the North of Katella neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cerritos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16141 Eucalyptus Ave | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Cypress Cape Apartments | Townhouse C | 3BR,2BA | $2.06 |
| Norwalk Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.25 |
| Woodruff Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| Casa Monterey | 2 Bed 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| 16220 Cornuta Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| 6442 Rostrata Ave | 2 BR | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
| Casa Walker | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Artesia Court | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
| 16405 Cornuta Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
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Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cerritos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cerritos?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cerritos is at Tower Bellflower listed at $1,325.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cerritos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cerritos Apartment is $1,525 at Tower Bellflower.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cerritos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cerritos is starting from $1,850 at Casa Monterey.
What is the most affordable Cerritos Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cerritos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vicino and starts from $2,957.
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