2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA (738 Rentals)

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6500 Central
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6500 Central

6500 Central AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530

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3218 Yosemite Ave
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3218 Yosemite Ave

3218 Yosemite AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6208 Cypress Ave
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6208 Cypress Ave

6208 Cypress AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1255 Liberty St
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1255 Liberty St

1255 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1337 Liberty
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1337 Liberty

1337 LibertyEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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555 Liberty St
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555 Liberty St

555 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6719 Portola Dr
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6719 Portola Dr

6719 Portola DrEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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623 Kearney St
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623 Kearney St

623 Kearney StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6520 Manila Ave
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6520 Manila Ave

6520 Manila AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1033 Ranchito Ct
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1033 Ranchito Ct

1033 Ranchito CtEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6026 El Dorado St
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6026 El Dorado St

6026 El Dorado StEl Cerrito, CA 94530

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6511 Portola Dr
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6511 Portola Dr

6511 Portola DrEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6211 Cypress Ave
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6211 Cypress Ave

6211 Cypress AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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828 Lexington Ave
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828 Lexington Ave

828 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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3038 Yolo Ave
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3038 Yolo Ave

3038 Yolo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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3336 Belmont Ave
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3336 Belmont Ave

3336 Belmont AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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5755 Central Ave
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5755 Central Ave

5755 Central AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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3201 Carlson Blvd
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3201 Carlson Blvd

3201 Carlson BlvdEl Cerrito, CA 94530

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6501 Manila Ave
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6501 Manila Ave

6501 Manila AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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5732 Central Ave
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5732 Central Ave

5732 Central AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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5841 El Dorado St
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5841 El Dorado St

5841 El Dorado StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1015 Liberty St
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1015 Liberty St

1015 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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614 Lexington Ave
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614 Lexington Ave

614 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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2029 Key Blvd
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2029 Key Blvd

2029 Key BlvdEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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539 Everett St
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539 Everett St

539 Everett StEl Cerrito, CA 94530

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726 Liberty St
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726 Liberty St

726 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1704-1706 Elm St
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1704-1706 Elm St

1704-1706 Elm StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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512 Liberty St
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512 Liberty St

512 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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540 Lexington Ave
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540 Lexington Ave

540 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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851 Liberty St
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851 Liberty St

851 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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332 Coronado St
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332 Coronado St

332 Coronado StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6534 Stockton Ave
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6534 Stockton Ave

6534 Stockton AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6618 Lincoln Ave
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6618 Lincoln Ave

6618 Lincoln AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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2061 Key Blvd
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2061 Key Blvd

2061 Key BlvdEl Cerrito, CA 94530

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Largest Available El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cerrito, CA is found at Bosco in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood and is 1,280 square feet priced from $3,800. Metro 510 in the Midtown neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,066 square feet and currently listed start at $3,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in El Cerrito:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Bosco2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft1,280 Sq Ft$3,800
Metro 5102A.21,066 Sq Ft$3,600
SolaceCitrine943 Sq Ft$3,092
Evergreen ApartmentsStandard 2875 Sq Ft$2,400
1610 Milvia Street2BR/1.0BA850 Sq Ft$3,650
1401 Liberty St2 bedroom850 Sq Ft$2,500
Civic Plaza ApartmentsPlan A841 Sq Ft$2,515
1201 Liberty Apartments2 bedroom800 Sq Ft$2,500
BUSD Workforce Housing2BR 1BA775 Sq Ft$2,158
Casa del Sol2BR/1.0BA763 Sq Ft$1,995

Cheapest Available El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 23, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cerrito, CA is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model starting from $1,949 at 922 Carlson Blvd in the Cortez neighborhood. The second most affordable El Cerrito 2 Bedroom is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Casa del Sol starting at $1,995 in the Refugio Valley neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in El Cerrito is currently $3,324. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in El Cerrito:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
922 Carlson Blvd2 Beds, 1 Baths$1,949
Casa del Sol2BR/1.0BA$1,995
BUSD Workforce Housing2BR 1BA$2,158
Heritage Grove Apartments2x1$2,195
Civic Plaza ApartmentsPlan B$2,290
Hillside Terrace2 Beds, 1 Baths$2,295
Evergreen ApartmentsStandard 2$2,400

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El Cerrito Overview

Part of the glorious San Francisco Bay area, El Cerrito is a scenic hot spot that is sure to appeal to many. A relatively 'new' city, this west coast locale is brimming with industry, convenience and a world of amenities at your fingertips.

Why live in El Cerrito, CA?

Boasting an impressive number of public parks, not to mention jaw-dropping water views and plenty in the way of shopping, restaurants and nightclubs, a El Cerrito is sure to please. Convenient to a number of area universities as well as the excitement of San Francisco proper, this California destination is an ideal spot for anyone eager to connect with a new home on the west coast.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cerrito with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in El Cerrito is at 922 Carlson Blvd listed at $1,949.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in El Cerrito is $3,324.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Cerrito is a 1,280 square feet unit starting from $3,800 at Bosco.

What is the average size for El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in El Cerrito is currently 972 sq ft.

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