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How much does it cost to rent a home in Cerritos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cerritos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,484 | $1,950 | $2,995 |
| Cerritos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,737 | $3,000 | $4,800 |
| Cerritos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,031 | $1,000 | $5,250 |
| Cerritos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,300 | $5,300 | $5,300 |
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Cheapest Available Cerritos Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cerritos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Woodruff Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $850. Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,499. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cerritos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodruff Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Pepper Pines | 0 bed, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Bellflower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Belcourt Seniors Apartments 55+ | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA
As of July 07, 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 2BD/1.5 BA Model at Cornuta Pines Apartments starting at $2,395 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles 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. |
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| 16141 Eucalyptus Ave | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Cornuta Pines Apartments | 2BD/1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.16 |
| Woodruff Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| Casa Monterey | 2 Bed 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| La Ter Apartment | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 6511 Fullerton Ave, Unit B | 6511 Fullerton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Cedar Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.37 |
| Courtney Properties | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 16131 Eucalyptus Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Alondra Palm LLC | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Cerritos?
There are currently 1020 Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $4,690. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cerritos ranging from $1,000 to $5,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cerritos?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cerritos ranges from $1,000 to $5,300 with an average monthly rent of $3,208.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cerritos?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cerritos range from $2,770 to $4,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,300.
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