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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA from $1,700 (7 Rentals)
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6501 Donal Ave
El CerritoCA94530
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$2,120 - $2,820Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Village at Town Center
6410 Schmidt LnEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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$2,175 - $2,5151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Civic Plaza Apartments
10944 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
8311 Buckingham Dr
El CerritoCA94530
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Midtown, El Cerrito, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Studio Apartments | $2,405 | $2,255 | $2,650 |
| Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,408 | $1,850 | $3,200 |
| Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,920 | $2,200 | $4,000 |
| Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,650 | $2,850 | $4,600 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Midtown Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA.
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Cheapest Available Midtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 6500 Donal Ave priced from $1,850. The Village at Town Center has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,120. Here are the most affordable Midtown 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 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Hamlet | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA
As of October 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $2.85 price per square foot 3 BR x 1 BA Model at 1201 Liberty Apartments in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at 1401 Liberty St starting at $2,400 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Del Norte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 5303 Panama Ave, Unit 5305 panama ave richmond | 5303 Panama Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Mayfair Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Metro 510 | SA | Studio ,1BA | $4.14 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 2B - Live Work Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.80 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Riviera | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
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Best Local Schools in Midtown, El Cerrito, CA
Fairmont Elementary
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (503)
5 out of 10
Fred T. Korematsu Middle
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (681)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Midtown Apartment is $1,850 at 6500 Donal Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Midtown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown is starting from $2,250 at 1201 Liberty Apartments.
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