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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 | $2,875 | $2,100 | $3,350 |
| Cerritos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,005 | $3,100 | $6,900 |
| Cerritos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,673 | $3,800 | $5,500 |
| Cerritos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,390 | $4,390 | $4,390 |
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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 Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,499. Caribe 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellflower Friendship Manor Senior Housing | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,499 |
| Caribe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| Belcourt Seniors Apartments 55+ | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Bellflower Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| La Paloma | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA and Nearby
As of May 23, 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 Sunlit Corner Model at Char-Belle Apartments starting at $3,615 with a $2.59 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16141 Eucalyptus Ave | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Char-Belle Apartments | Sunlit Corner | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| Norwalk Village | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.59 |
| 15116 Studebaker Rd, Unit 7 | 15116 Studebaker Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Cornuta Pines Apartments | 2BD/1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.16 |
| Woodruff Place | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| Vio Cerritos | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Park Ridge Apartments | 1BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Casa Walker | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Casa Monterey | 1 Bed 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Cerritos?
There are currently 1021 Apartments for Rent in Cerritos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $4,360. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cerritos ranging from $1,200 to $6,900.
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 $1,200 to $6,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,258.
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