
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Del Norte Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA from $1,600 (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

5317 Cypress Ave

2029 Key Blvd

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

320 43rd St
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401 44th St

620 Mclaughlin St

919 S 45th St

324 43rd St

12776 San Pablo Ave

769 Humboldt St

783 Humboldt St

5008-5012 Barrett Ave

12479 San Pablo Ave
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456-462 41st St

317A-321 45th St

WCM Properties

872 S 45th St

Cypress Pines

945 S 45th St

Deliverance Temple II

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 | $1,650 | $1,650 | $1,650 |
| Del Norte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,290 | $1,700 | $2,518 |
| Del Norte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,453 | $1,845 | $3,298 |
| 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 945 S 45th St priced from $1,695. 922 Carlson Blvd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,949. Here are the most affordable Del Norte apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 945 S 45th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 922 Carlson Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,949 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Norte, CA
As of July 24, 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 Plan C Model at Civic Plaza Apartments starting at $2,175 with a $3.23 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 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 922 Carlson Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| 945 S 45th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
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Best Local Schools in Del Norte, El Cerrito, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Del Norte Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Norte Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Norte Apartment is $1,695 at 945 S 45th St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Del Norte Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Del Norte is starting from $1,949 at 922 Carlson Blvd.
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