3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA (240 Rentals)

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6500 Central
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6500 Central

6500 Central AveEl 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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6530 Gladys Ave
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6530 Gladys Ave

6530 Gladys 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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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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6516 Hagen Blvd
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6516 Hagen Blvd

6516 Hagen BlvdEl 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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833 Lexington Ave
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833 Lexington Ave

833 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6900 Stockton Ave
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6900 Stockton Ave

6900 Stockton AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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906 Liberty St
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906 Liberty St

906 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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611 Lexington Ave
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611 Lexington Ave

611 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1009 Liberty St
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1009 Liberty St

1009 Liberty 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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5901 Jordan Ave
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5901 Jordan Ave

5901 Jordan AveEl 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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851 Liberty St
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851 Liberty St

851 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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620 Lexington Ave
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620 Lexington Ave

620 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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519 Oak St
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519 Oak St

519 Oak StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1249 Liberty St
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1249 Liberty St

1249 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1421 Liberty St
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1421 Liberty St

1421 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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5820 Central Ave
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5820 Central Ave

5820 Central AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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3200 Belmont Ave
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3200 Belmont Ave

3200 Belmont AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530

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554 Liberty St
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554 Liberty St

554 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6541 Moeser Ln
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6541 Moeser Ln

6541 Moeser LnEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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824 Liberty St
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824 Liberty St

824 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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515 Oak St
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515 Oak St

515 Oak StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1230 Liberty St
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1230 Liberty St

1230 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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520 Lexington Ave
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520 Lexington Ave

520 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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544 Lexington Ave
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544 Lexington Ave

544 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530

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856 Balra Dr
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856 Balra Dr

856 Balra DrEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6426 Waldo Ave
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6426 Waldo Ave

6426 Waldo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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855 Liberty St
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855 Liberty St

855 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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821 Liberty St
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821 Liberty St

821 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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6506 Eureka Ave
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6506 Eureka Ave

6506 Eureka AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6431 Stockton Ave
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6431 Stockton Ave

6431 Stockton AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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3230 Belmont Ave
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3230 Belmont Ave

3230 Belmont 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 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cerrito, CA is found at 1122U in the University Village neighborhood and is 1,076 square feet priced from $4,248. Terraces at Nevin in the Cortez neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,059 square feet and currently listed start at $2,761. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in El Cerrito:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
1122U3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B1,076 Sq Ft$4,248
Terraces at Nevin3 Bedroom Type B Opt. 21,059 Sq Ft$2,761
1201 Liberty Apartments3 BR x 2 BA1,050 Sq Ft$3,250
BUSD Workforce Housing3BR 2BA1,021 Sq Ft$2,493
1634 MilviaThree Bedroom900 Sq Ft$3,600
BoscoUnit 304789 Sq FtCall for Rates

Cheapest Available El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 08, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in El Cerrito, CA is the Unit 304 Model starting from $1,808 at Bosco in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable El Cerrito 3 Bedroom is the 3BR 2BA Model at BUSD Workforce Housing starting at $2,493 in the University Village neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in El Cerrito is currently $3,548. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in El Cerrito:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
BoscoUnit 304$1,808
BUSD Workforce Housing3BR 2BA$2,493
Terraces at Nevin3 Bedroom Type B Opt. 2$2,761
1201 Liberty Apartments3 BR x 1 BA$2,950
1634 MilviaThree Bedroom$3,600
1122U3 Bedroom, 2 Bath B$4,248

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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 3 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cerrito with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in El Cerrito is at Bosco listed at $1,808.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in El Cerrito is $3,548.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Cerrito is a 1,076 square feet unit starting from $4,248 at 1122U.

What is the average size for El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in El Cerrito is currently 1,321 sq ft.

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