
Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA (17 Rentals)
Rental terms in Cerritos as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


6 Months, 17 Months
Aria

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12651 Artesia Blvd, Unit SI FL2-ID11752A

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12651 Artesia Blvd, Unit SI FL3-ID4440A

12651 Artesia Blvd
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12 Months
Brookside

12 Months
Los Arboles

2 Months, 12 Months
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6 Months, 12 Months
Villa Buena

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11421 186th St, Unit SI FL2-ID11767A
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11421 186th St, Unit SI FL2-ID12119A

11421 186th St

12 Months
13205 Clarkdale Ave Norwalk, 90650

12 Months
229 Woodruff Apartments

9 Months
16405 Cornuta Apartments
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12 Months
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12 Months
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cerritos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerritos Short-term Studio Apartments | $2,063 | $1,450 | $2,703 |
| Cerritos Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,400 | $3,660 |
| Cerritos Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,831 | $1,875 | $4,087 |
| Cerritos Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,318 | $2,905 | $4,178 |
| Cerritos Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,490 | $4,490 | $4,490 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Cerritos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Cerritos?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Cerritos is at Los Arboles listed at $1,794.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Cerritos Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Cerritos is $3,669.
What is the largest Short-term Cerritos Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Cerritos is a 1,450 square feet unit starting from $2,192 at Vio Cerritos.
What is the average size for Cerritos Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Cerritos is currently at 720 sq ft.
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