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The Village at Town Center
6410 Schmidt LnEl Cerrito, CA 94530
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Plaza Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA from $1,600 (7 Rentals)
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from $2,006Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 31
Mayfair Station
11600 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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from $2,1751 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Civic Plaza Apartments
10944 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Plaza, El Cerrito, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Studio Apartments | $2,139 | $1,620 | $2,700 |
| Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,459 | $1,895 | $3,200 |
| Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,966 | $2,250 | $4,000 |
| Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,128 | $2,850 | $6,500 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Plaza Neighborhood of El Cerrito, CA.
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Cheapest Available Plaza Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Plaza area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Village at Town Center priced from $1,620. Civic Plaza Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here are the most affordable Plaza apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Town Center | The Sonata | Studio,1BA | $1,620 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plaza, CA
As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Plaza area is the $3.22 price per square foot 2A.2 Model at Metro 510 in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $3,428. The second greatest value Plaza apartment is the 3 BR x 1 BA Model at 1201 Liberty Apartments starting at $2,850 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the Del Norte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro 510 | 2A.2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 3301 Santa Clara Ave, Unit 1 | 3301 Santa Clara Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 5305 Panama Ave, Unit 5305 | 5305 Panama Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| 1634 Milvia | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $4.17 |
| 5303 Panama Ave, Unit 5305 panama ave richmond | 5303 Panama Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Cerrito Vista Apartments | 2B - Live Work Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.80 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Sonata | Studio ,1BA | $4.22 |
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Best Local Schools in Plaza, El Cerrito, CA
Harding Elementary
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Public School - Grades K-6 (475)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plaza Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Plaza?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Plaza is under $3,428.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Plaza is The Village at Town Center which is listed at $1,940, while the average apartment in Plaza costs $9,495.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Plaza?
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 17 regular apartments in Plaza 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 Plaza?
Cheap apartments in Plaza have an average cost of $3,033 which is $6,462 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Plaza.
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