
Cheap Homes for Rent in El Cerrito Hills Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA from $1,900 (4 Rentals)
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733 Balra Dr
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5930 Orchard Ave

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How much does it cost to rent a home in El Cerrito Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cerrito Hills 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,899 | $2,799 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the El Cerrito Hills Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito Hills, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Cerrito Hills area is the $2.95 price per square foot 3 BR x 2 BA Model at 1201 Liberty Apartments in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value El Cerrito Hills apartment is the The Cobblestone Model at The Village at Town Center starting at $3,220 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Cerrito Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Cobblestone | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Cerrito Vista | 1BD, 1BTH A | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEl Cerrito Hills, El Cerrito, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about El Cerrito Hills
What type of rentals are currently available in El Cerrito Hills?
There are currently 102 Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito Hills, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,850 to $11,861. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Cerrito Hills ranging from $1,900 to $3,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Cerrito Hills?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Cerrito Hills ranges from $1,900 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,423.
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