
Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA (108 Rentals)


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445 E Hamilton Ave, Unit 2

1508 W Orange Avenue

1730 W Brighton Ave, Unit #D

317 N 10th St, Unit B

1282 Riverview Ave
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1061 El Centro Ave

572 Lenrey Ave

1888 S 4th St

901 S 3rd St

860 W Commercial Ave

1249 Sandalwood Dr

2411 W State St

1190 Ocotillo Dr

762 Woodward Ave

2402 Lenrey Ave
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Worthington Square

265 W Playa Del Carmen Dr

423 S Imperial Ave

2446 Veracruz Ct

320 N G St

240 Morongo Dr

642 Brewer Rd

311 S E St

2449 Ensenada Dr

195 Vallecito Ct
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2443 Cabo San Lucas Ave

475 Palomino Ct

680 Sequoia St

805 E 2nd St

22 E Cantaloupe St

1077 Wozencraft St

1031 Playa Del Norte

1085 SPUD Moreno St

2231 Camino Dr

630 Palm Ave
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1403 Orchard Rd

891 W Legion Rd

135 N 1st St

603 Garrett St

1249 K St

154 C St

1099 Walnut St

255 5th St

44660 Holtville Ave

1213 Heber St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Centro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Centro Studio Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| El Centro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $875 | $1,875 |
| El Centro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,345 | $2,375 |
| El Centro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| El Centro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in El Centro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,550 | $1,100 | $2,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,142 | $1,825 | $2,750 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,586 | $2,250 | $3,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Centro
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in El Centro, CA?
As of today, September 06, 2026, there are currently 108 available El Centro apartments priced from $875 to $2,400, with an average monthly rent of $1,926.
What El Centro neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 1 neighborhoods in the El Centro area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Malan Park with 49 listings, Legacy Ranch with 53 listings, and Savanna Ranch with 25 listings.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom El Centro Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in El Centro ranges from $875 to $1,875 with an average monthly rent of $1,685.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in El Centro cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in El Centro range from $1,345 to $2,375. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,080.
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