
Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA from $600 (35 Rentals)
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Desert Oasis

749-753 W Olive Ave

Pioneer Park

491-493 W Orange Ave

Rye
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154 W Brighton Ave

475 E Hamilton Ave

2041 Low Rd

746-752 Broadway Ave

733 Broadway St

1000-1014 Woodward Ave

7th and Adams

481 W Commercial Ave
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263-273 W Heil Ave

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Regency Park

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Worthington Square

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Heber Village II Apartments

Villa Paloma

Villa Lara
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap El Centro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $875 | $1,879 |
| Cheap El Centro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $1,345 | $2,379 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in El Centro, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/10/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Ranch | $4,450 | $800 | 5 |
Cheapest Available El Centro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in El Centro, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunrise Apartments priced from $1,100. Regency Park in the Legacy Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,208. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Centro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunrise Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Regency Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,208 |
| The Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,854 |
| Town Center Villas | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $2,104 |
| Miraflores Apartments | Orquidea | 2BR,2BA | $2,113 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA
As of June 10, 2026 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 $2,104. The second greatest value El Centro apartment is the Lila Model at Miraflores Apartments starting at $2,113 with a $1.94 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Center Villas | Two Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.74 |
| Miraflores Apartments | Lila | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| The Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Sunrise Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Regency Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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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 $1,100 at Sunrise Apartments.
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 $2,054 at The Courtyard.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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