
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA from $1,100 (10 Rentals)
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6500 Donal Ave

The Village at Town Center

Mayfair Station

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Midtown, El Cerrito, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Studio Apartments | $2,310 | $2,021 | $2,600 |
| Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,508 | $1,850 | $3,200 |
| Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,025 | $2,200 | $4,000 |
| Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,610 | $1,100 | $6,681 |
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There are currently 10 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 $1,910. 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 | $1,910 |
| Mayfair Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,021 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA
As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $0.83 price per square foot 3424 Yosemite Ave Model at 3424 Yosemite Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the 3 BR x 2 BA Model at 1201 Liberty Apartments starting at $3,250 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Midtown 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3424 Yosemite Ave, Unit 3 | 3424 Yosemite Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 3421 Belmont Ave, Unit Upper Level 2B1B | 3421 Belmont Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| 5349 Fleming Ave | 5349 Fleming Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Metro 510 | SA | Studio ,1BA | $4.06 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 4B - Live Work Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.66 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| Mayfair Station | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.10 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown is 6500 Donal Ave which is listed at $1,850, while the average apartment in Midtown costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown?
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 Midtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Midtown?
Cheap apartments in Midtown have an average cost of $977 which is $2,223 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown.
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