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2477 20th St

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Cheapest Available Contra Costa County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Contra Costa County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vista Woods Senior in the Tara Hills neighborhood priced from $899. Diamond Terrace Apartments After 55 Community in the Clayton Valley Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,314. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Contra Costa County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista Woods SeniorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$899
Diamond Terrace Apartments After 55 Community1X11BR,1BA$1,314
Terraces at NevinStudio Type AStudio,1BA$1,331
Marina HeightsStudioStudio,1BA$1,343
Westridge at Hilltop ApartmentsOne Bedroom 50% AMI - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1,401
The AtchisonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,411
Oakwood Village1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,415
Commons @ Oak GroveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,418
19 Cottage AvenuePrivate Room with Private Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Contra Costa County, CA

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Contra Costa County area is the $2.27 price per square foot 1604 Northshore Dr Model at 1604 Northshore Dr in the in the Cortez neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Contra Costa County apartment is the 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at The Silvergate starting at $2,995 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Mariposa in Brentwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Contra Costa County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1604 Northshore Dr1604 Northshore Dr2BR,3BA$2.27
The Silvergate2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$2.32
970 Dewing Ave, Unit A970 Dewing Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.10
Twin Creeks2 Bed 2 Bath F2BR,2BA$2.07
Bayside Apartments2x1-B22BR,1BA$2.08
Redwood Green Apartments2 Bd/1Bath2BR,1BA$2.32
Antioch Family and Senior ApartmentsB1 Senior2BR,1BA$2.24
3060 Ponderosa Dr, Unit 13060 Ponderosa Dr1BR,1BA$2.28
Oakwood Village1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.08
The AtchisonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.26

Frequently Asked Questions about Contra Costa County

What type of rentals are currently available in Contra Costa County?

There are currently 3419 Apartments for Rent in Contra Costa County, CA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $9,995. There are also 594 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Contra Costa County ranging from $880 to $19,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Contra Costa County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Contra Costa County ranges from $880 to $19,900 with an average monthly rent of $4,003.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Contra Costa County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Contra Costa County range from $1,932 to $5,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,195 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,587.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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