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118 Raven Ct

118 Raven Ct

1151 Viewpointe Blvd

2673 Sonoma Way

457 Idora Ave

112 El Monte Ave
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14349 San Pablo Ave

1201 Glen Cove Pkwy

313 Felice Cir

900 Cambridge Dr

13700 San Pablo Ave

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Hercules, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hercules?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hercules 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,396 | $2,150 | $3,000 |
| Hercules 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,372 | $2,500 | $4,000 |
| Hercules 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,230 | $1,200 | $8,523 |
| Hercules 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,987 | $4,000 | $5,975 |
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Cheapest Available Hercules Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hercules, CA is a Studio unit found at Vista Woods Senior in the Tara Hills neighborhood priced from $1,678. 300 - 330 Parker Avenue in Rodeo in the The Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hercules apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Woods Senior | Senior Affordable Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,678 |
| 300 - 330 Parker Avenue in Rodeo | pk.1x1pda | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR,1BA | $1,911 |
| Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Bayside Apartments | 2x1-B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hercules, CA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hercules area is the $3.16 price per square foot B2 Model at The Exchange at Bayfront in the in the Tara Hills neighborhood starting from $2,739. The second greatest value Hercules apartment is the 2x1-B2 Model at Bayside Apartments starting at $2,199 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Tara Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hercules apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Exchange at Bayfront | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Bayside Apartments | 2x1-B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| 300 - 330 Parker Avenue in Rodeo | pk.1x1pda | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Aventine | 650 1B1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| The Dylan | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.70 |
| Vista Woods Senior | Senior Affordable Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.77 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Hercules?
There are currently 102 Apartments for Rent in Hercules, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $4,566. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hercules ranging from $1,050 to $8,523.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hercules?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hercules ranges from $1,050 to $8,523 with an average monthly rent of $3,033.
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