
Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA Under $1,900 (28 Rentals)


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317 45th St
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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 |
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El Cerrito Studio Apartments Under $1900 | $2,240 | $1,200 | $2,700 |
El Cerrito 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1900 | $2,608 | $1,600 | $3,778 |
El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1900 | $3,333 | $1,750 | $4,975 |
El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1900 | $3,679 | $1,475 | $6,785 |
El Cerrito 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1900 | $2,470 | $1,400 | $5,500 |
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Getting Around El Cerrito, CA
Walk Score®
88 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
84 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about El Cerrito
How much are Studio apartments in El Cerrito?
There are currently 116 Studio Apartments in El Cerrito with rent ranges from $1,200 to $2,700 with an average price of $2,240.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom El Cerrito Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in El Cerrito ranges from $1,600 to $3,778 with an average monthly rent of $2,608.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in El Cerrito cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in El Cerrito range from $1,750 to $4,975. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,333.
How expensive are El Cerrito Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 201 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in El Cerrito on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,475 to $6,785 - averaging $3,679 for the location.
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