938 Kearney St
El CerritoCA94530
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA from $1,700 (11 Rentals)
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$1,850
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5930 Avila St, Unit Avila
5930 Avila StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Civic Plaza Apartments
10944 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Donal Park Apartments
6500-6501 Donal AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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535 Liberty St
535 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Cerrito Vista
10963 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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5824 Tehama Ave, Unit B
5824 Tehama AveRichmond, CA 94804
5728 Alameda Ave
RichmondCA94804
1403 Carlson Blvd
RichmondCA94804
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411 Stannage Ave
411 Stannage AveAlbany, CA 94706
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1233 S 56th St
1233 S 56th StRichmond, CA 94804
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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 | $2,562 | $2,425 | $2,700 |
| Midtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,555 | $2,100 | $3,200 |
| Midtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $2,245 | $4,000 |
| Midtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,981 | $2,950 | $5,938 |
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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 Civic Plaza Apartments priced from $2,175. Hillside Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,295. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Mayfair Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, CA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $2.05 price per square foot 5819 Bayview Ave Model at 5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $2,500. 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. |
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| 5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit | 5819 Bayview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Metro 510 | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| 5235 Panama Ave, Unit 5235 | 5235 Panama Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 5824 Tehama Ave, Unit B | 5824 Tehama Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Mayfair Station | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
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Best Local Schools in Midtown, El Cerrito, CA
Fairmont Elementary
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (537)
5 out of 10
Fred T. Korematsu Middle
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (708)
4 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 $2,175 at Civic Plaza Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Midtown is starting from $2,290 at Civic Plaza Apartments.
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