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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 | $1,400 | $1,100 | $1,650 |
| El Centro 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,150 | $1,450 | $4,500 |
| El Centro 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,487 | $1,750 | $3,200 |
| El Centro 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,825 | $2,800 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in El Centro, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/18/2026Current 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 | $3,475 | $1,450 | 7 |
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 |
| Desert Oasis | Two bedroom/One bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Town Center Villas | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,729 |
| The Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,754 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA
As of June 19, 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 Two bedroom/One bath Model at Desert Oasis starting at $1,600 with a $2.00 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 |
| Desert Oasis | Two bedroom/One bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Town Center Villas | One Bedroom - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| The Courtyard | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Sunrise Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Regency Park | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in El Centro?
There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA with pricing that ranges from $875 to $2,379. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Centro ranging from $750 to $4,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Centro ranges from $750 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,922.
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.