2446 Veracruz Ct
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357 W Magnolia St
BrawleyCA92227
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ImperialCA92251
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1508 W Orange Avenue
El CentroCA92243
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El Centro, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in El Centro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Centro 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,370 | $820 | $1,575 |
| El Centro 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,100 | $1,400 | $2,700 |
| El Centro 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,561 | $1,500 | $3,300 |
| El Centro 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,981 | $2,850 | $3,100 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in El Centro, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/04/2026Current 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 | $2,113 | $1,300 | 16 |
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 $1,175. The Courtyard in the Savanna Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,782. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Centro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,782 |
| Miraflores Apartments | Orquidea | 2BR,2BA | $2,113 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Centro area is the $1.94 price per square foot Lila Model at Miraflores Apartments in the in the Legacy Ranch neighborhood starting from $2,113. The second greatest value El Centro apartment is the 321 W Orange Ave Model at 321 W Orange Ave starting at $1,300 with a $1.74 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miraflores Apartments | Lila | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| 321 W Orange Ave | 321 W Orange Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| The Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| Regency Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in El Centro?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,100 to $2,382. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Centro ranging from $700 to $3,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Centro?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Centro ranges from $700 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,955.
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