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17888 Alburtis Ave, Unit A105

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21833 Verne Ave

14811 La Capelle Rd

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8472 San Carlos Way

6412 Crescent Ave, Unit 23

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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 | $2,813 | $2,100 | $3,700 |
| Cerritos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,853 | $2,850 | $4,975 |
| Cerritos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,267 | $3,515 | $7,500 |
| Cerritos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,995 | $4,995 | $4,995 |
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Cheapest Available Cerritos Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cerritos, CA is a Studio unit found at Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,499. Pepper Pines in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cerritos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Pepper Pines | 0 bed, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Belcourt Seniors Apartments 55+ | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| BF6206 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Bellflower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cerritos area is the $2.59 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Norwalk Village in the in the Norwalk neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Cerritos apartment is the 15116 Studebaker Rd Model at 15116 Studebaker Rd, Unit 7 starting at $2,300 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Norwalk 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwalk Village | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| 15116 Studebaker Rd, Unit 7 | 15116 Studebaker Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Cornuta Pines Apartments | 3BD/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.63 |
| Blue Crescent Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| Somerset plaza | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Courtney Properties | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| 16131 Eucalyptus Ave | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Casa Monterey | 1 Bed 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Alondra Palm LLC | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| 16141 Eucalyptus Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Cerritos?
There are currently 1024 Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $4,240. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cerritos ranging from $1,850 to $7,500.
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 $1,850 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,866.
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