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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 $1,795 (134 Rentals)
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Metro 510
510-512 El Cerrito PlzEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1201 Liberty Apartments
1201 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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10944 San Pablo AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1401 Liberty St
1401 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6500 Central
6500 Central AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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3234 Yosemite Ave
3234 Yosemite AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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840 Lexington Ave
840 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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5621 El Dorado Ave
5621 El Dorado AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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438 Everett St
438 Everett StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6530 Gladys Ave
6530 Gladys AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6401 Fairmount Ave
6401 Fairmount AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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936-942 Lexington Ave
936-942 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Bon Aire
939 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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545 Elm St
545 Elm StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6534 Stockton Ave
6534 Stockton AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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3028-3030 Carlson Blvd
3028-3030 Carlson BlvdEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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3218 Yosemite Ave
3218 Yosemite AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6521 Manila Ave
6521 Manila AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6000 Avila St
6000 Avila StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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501 Lexington Ave
501 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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856 Balra Dr
856 Balra DrEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6520 Manila Ave
6520 Manila AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6612 Schmidt Ln
6612 Schmidt LnEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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3451-3455 Yosemite Ave
3451-3455 Yosemite AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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544 Lexington Ave
544 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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906 Liberty St
906 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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611 Lexington Ave
611 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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539 Everett St
539 Everett StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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435 Liberty St
435 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6431 Stockton Ave
6431 Stockton AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1230 Liberty St
1230 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1015 Liberty St
1015 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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2924 Santa Clara Ave
2924 Santa Clara AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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5732 Central Ave
5732 Central AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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519 Oak St
519 Oak StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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The Carriage House
945 Kearney StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6511 Central Ave
6511 Central AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6531 Liberty St
6531 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6026 El Dorado St
6026 El Dorado StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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554 Liberty St
554 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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3232 Santa Clara Ave
3232 Santa Clara AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6900 Stockton Ave
6900 Stockton AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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851 Liberty St
851 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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512 Liberty St
512 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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540 Lexington Ave
540 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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605-607 Liberty St
605-607 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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929 Liberty St
929 Liberty StEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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6618 Lincoln Ave
6618 Lincoln AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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520 Lexington Ave
520 Lexington AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Plaza, El Cerrito, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Studio Apartments | $2,562 | $2,425 | $2,700 |
| Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,718 | $2,175 | $3,200 |
| Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,035 | $2,275 | $4,000 |
| Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,009 | $2,950 | $6,317 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 134 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 1 Bed unit found at 911 Lexington priced from $2,150. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 911 Lexington | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Hamlet | 1BR,1BA | $2,600 |
| Metro 510 | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,875 |
| 420 Cornell Ave | 1 | 4BR,3BA | $7,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plaza, CA
As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plaza area is the $3.52 price per square foot 1 Model at 420 Cornell Ave in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $7,750. The second greatest value Plaza apartment is the 5819 Bayview Ave Model at 5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit starting at $2,500 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Midtown 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 420 Cornell Ave | 1 | 4BR,3.5BA | $3.52 |
| 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 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Hamlet | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plaza Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Plaza is 911 Lexington which is listed at $2,150, while the average apartment in Plaza costs $2,950.
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 2 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 $589 which is $2,361 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Plaza.
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