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El Centro, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in El Centro, CA

Pricing Updated: 11/07/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Legacy Ranch$1,973$92514

Cheapest Available El Centro Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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 $1,044. The Courtyard in the Savanna Ranch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Centro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Regency ParkOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,044
The Courtyard1x11BR,1BA$1,725
Miraflores ApartmentsOrquidea2BR,2BA$1,973

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA and Nearby

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Centro area is the $1.82 price per square foot Lila Model at Miraflores Apartments in the in the Legacy Ranch neighborhood starting from $1,973. The second greatest value El Centro apartment is the Two bedroom/One bath Model at Desert Oasis starting at $1,550 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Miraflores ApartmentsLila2BR,2BA$1.82
Desert OasisTwo bedroom/One bath2BR,1BA$1.94
The Courtyard1x11BR,1BA$2.32
Regency ParkOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about El Centro

What type of rentals are currently available in El Centro?

There are currently 59 Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA with pricing that ranges from $925 to $2,375. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Centro ranging from $740 to $3,200.

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 $740 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,770.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.