
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA from $800 (40 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 | $2,171 | $1,450 | $2,762 |
| Cerritos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $1,400 | $4,060 |
| Cerritos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $1,750 | $4,036 |
| Cerritos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,292 | $2,750 | $4,300 |
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Cheapest Available Cerritos Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cerritos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Harmony Park in the Centerpointe neighborhood priced from $1,024. Cypress Park Senior Community in the North of Katella neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cerritos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harmony Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,024 |
| Cypress Park Senior Community | B/A | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Tower Bellflower | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
| Caribe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Bellflower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| La Paloma | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 16131 Eucalyptus Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| 478 HUNT PK | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA and Nearby
As of March 14, 2026 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 | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| Cornuta Pines Apartments | 2BD/1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.16 |
| Woodruff Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| Park Montair | 2 + 2 Up | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Villa Tuscany Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Upstairs Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| 5616 Rocket St, Unit 5616 | 5616 Rocket St | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Casa Walker | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Harmony Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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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 Caribe listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cerritos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cerritos Apartment is $1,024 at Harmony Park.
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 $1,975 at Walden Glen Apartments.
What is the most affordable Cerritos Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cerritos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rambling Rose and starts from $2,850.
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