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RichmondCA94801
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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 Antioch Family and Senior Apartments in the Meadow Creek Village: Meadow Creek Crossing neighborhood priced from $743. 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
Antioch Family and Senior ApartmentsA1 Senior1BR,1BA$743
Diamond Terrace Apartments After 55 Community1X11BR,1BA$1,314
Marina Heights ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,343
Oakwood Village1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,395
Westridge at Hilltop ApartmentsOne Bedroom 50% AMI - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1,401
The AtchisonOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,411
Commons @ Oak GroveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,418
Terraces at NevinSeniors Studio Type AStudio,1BA$1,508
Grant Street ApartmentsTraditional1BR,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Contra Costa County, CA

As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Contra Costa County area is the $2.16 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath (B) Model at Bella Rose in the in the Monarch Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,599. The second greatest value Contra Costa County apartment is the Plan 2A Model at Foothill - Twin Creeks Condos starting at $2,707 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Cottage Park 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.
Bella Rose2 Bed 2 Bath (B)2BR,2BA$2.16
Foothill - Twin Creeks CondosPlan 2A2BR,2BA$2.30
Palace Apartment HomesPalace 2x22BR,2BA$2.05
El Paseo Family2x22BR,2BA$1.52
Antioch Family and Senior ApartmentsC1 Family3BR,2BA$2.00
711 Pennsylvania Ave711 Pennsylvania Ave2BR,1BA$2.30
BaywoodsB22BR,2BA$2.19
516 W Tregallas Rd2 Bedroom x 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.04
2505 Mira Vista Dr, Unit 22505 Mira Vista Dr1BR,1BA$2.00
Oakwood Village1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.05

Frequently Asked Questions about Contra Costa County

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

There are currently 3426 Apartments for Rent in Contra Costa County, CA with pricing that ranges from $795 to $17,870. There are also 537 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Contra Costa County ranging from $750 to $19,400.

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 $750 to $19,400 with an average monthly rent of $3,308.

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 $2,230 to $17,870, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $8,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,890.

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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