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El Centro, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Centro?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap El Centro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $875 | $1,875 |
Cheap El Centro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,300 | $2,375 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in El Centro, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/14/2025Current apartment rentals in the El Centro, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for El Centro Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Legacy Ranch | $1,973 | $875 | 17 |
Cheapest Available El Centro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Centro, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Regency Park in the Legacy Ranch neighborhood priced from $980. Desert Oasis in the Legacy Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Centro apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Regency Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
Desert Oasis | Two bedroom/One bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,550 |
The Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Miraflores Apartments | Orquidea | 2BR,2BA | $1,973 |
Town Center Villas | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Centro area is the $1.74 price per square foot Two Bedroom Townhome Model at Town Center Villas in the in the Savanna Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value El Centro apartment is the Lila Model at Miraflores Apartments starting at $1,973 with a $1.82 price per square foot in the Legacy Ranch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Centro apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Town Center Villas | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.74 |
Miraflores Apartments | Lila | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
Desert Oasis | Two bedroom/One bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
618 El Centro Ave, Unit 4 | 618 El Centro Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
The Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Regency Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
558 S 2nd St, Unit Apartment 10 | 558 S 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
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Walk Score®
54 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Centro Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Centro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Centro Apartment is $980 at Regency Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Centro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Centro is starting from $1,550 at Desert Oasis.
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