
1 Bedroom Luxury Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA (34 Rentals)


Metro 510

Mayfair Station

Civic Plaza Apartments

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6401 Fairmount Ave

6605-6605 Moeser Ln

Cerrito Vista

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1122U
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1920 Francisco LLC

Solace

Terraces at Nevin

Jones Berkeley

Helios

Villa Alvarado
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1822 Francisco St

151 Shoreline Ct, Unit 151, Unit 151

1301 Bonita Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

15 Shoreline Ct, Unit Coming Soon!, Unit Coming Soon!

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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2125

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1698 University Ave, Unit SI FL4-ID2124

1428 Berkeley Way
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1514 Walnut St

Peterson House Apartments

Walnut Apartments

Hopkins Park Apartments

1385 Shattuck Ave

Sterling Jefferson

1910 Berryman Street
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El Cerrito, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Cerrito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cerrito Studio Apartments | $2,204 | $1,050 | $3,865 |
| El Cerrito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,356 | $950 | $3,977 |
| El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,269 | $1,888 | $10,000+ |
| El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,538 | $1,395 | $10,000+ |
| El Cerrito 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,577 | $1,788 | $6,554 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cerrito with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in El Cerrito is at Helios listed at $950.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in El Cerrito is $2,356.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Cerrito is a 757 square feet unit starting from $3,977 at Jones Berkeley.
What is the average size for El Cerrito 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in El Cerrito is currently 727 sq ft.
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