Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA from $1,895 (31 Rentals)

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Hillside Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Terrace

5550 Central AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Monterey Pines
2 Bedroom Apartments

Monterey Pines

680 37th StRichmond, CA 94805
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Acton Courtyard
2 Bedroom Apartments

Acton Courtyard

1370 University AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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1613 6th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1613 6th St

1613 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710
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146 19th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

146 19th St

146 19th StRichmond, CA 94801
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922 Carlson Blvd
2 Bedroom Apartments

922 Carlson Blvd

922 Carlson BlvdRichmond, CA 94804

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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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1233 S 56th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1233 S 56th St

1233 S 56th StRichmond, CA 94804
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Casa del Sol
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa del Sol

5017-5019 San Pablo Dam RdEl Sobrante, CA 94803
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645-647 S 29th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

645-647 S 29th St

645-647 S 29th StRichmond, CA 94804
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WCM Properties
2 Bedroom Apartments

WCM Properties

4017 Garvin AveRichmond, CA 94805
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1917 6th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1917 6th St

1917 6th StBerkeley, CA 94710

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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2371 Downer Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2371 Downer Ave

2371 Downer AveRichmond, CA 94804
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1919 Curtis St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1919 Curtis St

1919 Curtis StBerkeley, CA 94702
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1635 Francisco St
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1635 Francisco St

1635 Francisco StBerkeley, CA 94703
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El Cerrito, CA Local Guide

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Bay area for affordable living. Find your perfect San Francisco Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Cerrito Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in El Cerrito?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Cerrito is at 146 19th St listed at $1,895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment is $1,895 at 146 19th St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Cerrito is starting from $1,895 at 146 19th St.

What is the most affordable El Cerrito Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap El Cerrito Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 146 19th St and starts from $1,895.

Expert Rental Resources

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Naturally, going away to college or university is super exciting in and of itself. It’s the prelude to the rest of your life, not to mention an unforgettable experience all its own.

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Deciding to move to San Francisco for work is a huge deal. San Fran is exciting and just weird enough to let you know you’re in for an amazing adventure, right from day one.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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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.