
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Norte Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA from $1,700 (45 Rentals)
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Civic Plaza Apartments

1401 Liberty St

6530 Gladys Ave

1736 Lexington Ave

1450-1460 S 56th St

2226 Key Blvd

2061 Key Blvd

6516 Hagen Blvd
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1716-1718 Lexington Ave

2029 Key Blvd

5317 Cypress Ave

1616 Lexington Ave

6531 Cutting Blvd

1331 Liberty St

Eskaton Hazel Shirley Manor

5009-5015 Barrett Ave

311 Carlston St
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5533 Madison Ave

470 42nd St

5102-5106 Potrero Ave

2246 Key Blvd

4433 Overend Ave

431 S 45th St

929 S 55th St

4018-4020 Barrett Ave

401 44th St
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320 43rd St

620 Mclaughlin St

919 S 45th St

324 43rd St

769 Humboldt St

783 Humboldt St

12776 San Pablo Ave

456-462 41st St

5008-5012 Barrett Ave
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12479 San Pablo Ave

317A-321 45th St

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872 S 45th St

Cypress Pines

Deliverance Temple II

945 S 45th St

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922 Carlson Blvd
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Del Norte, El Cerrito, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Del Norte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Norte Studio Apartments | $2,340 | $2,340 | $2,340 |
| Del Norte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,267 | $1,790 | $2,500 |
| Del Norte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,408 | $2,100 | $2,984 |
| Del Norte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $2,950 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Del Norte Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA.
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Cheapest Available Del Norte Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Del Norte area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 6500 Donal Ave priced from $1,850. Civic Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here are the most affordable Del Norte apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Mayfair Station | 1 Bedroom Open | 1BR,1BA | $2,373 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Norte, CA
As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Del Norte area is the $2.94 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at 1401 Liberty St in the in the Del Norte neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Del Norte apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Mayfair Station starting at $2,405 with a $3.46 price per square foot in the Del Norte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Norte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Mayfair Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDel Norte, El Cerrito, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Del Norte, El Cerrito, CA
Mira Vista Elementary
Kennedy High School
Fred T. Korematsu Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Del Norte Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Del Norte?
The cheapest apartment in Del Norte is 6500 Donal Ave which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in Del Norte costs $2,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Del Norte?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Del Norte that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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