
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pinole, CA from $600 (34 Rentals)
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Bayside Apartments

Vista Woods Senior

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Pacific Crest Apartments

Ridgecrest Terrace

118 Raven Ct

2088 Cypress Ave
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Vue 3600

Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior)

Westridge at Hilltop Apartments

Baycliff Apartments

Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affordable Community

1835 Bonita Rd

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5913 Amend Rd, Unit Studio, Unit Studio

5405 Morrow Dr, Unit 1
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Bella Vista at Hilltop

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The Exchange at Bayfront

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Heritage Grove Apartments

5405 Morrow Dr, Unit 1

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4353 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit 4, Unit 4

5405 Morrow Dr, Unit 1

Furnished Studio-Richmond - Hilltop Mall

5071 Appian Way
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Victoria Green

Tiki Apartments

14349 San Pablo Ave

Hilltop Commons Apartments

Courtyard Terrace Apartments

Willow Glen Apartments

Casa del Sol

4827 Appian Way
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827 S 33rd St
Pinole, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pinole?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Pinole Studio Apartments | $2,247 | $1,700 | $2,698 |
| Cheap Pinole 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,419 | $1,557 | $8,680 |
| Cheap Pinole 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,941 | $2,048 | $4,038 |
| Cheap Pinole 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,305 | $2,906 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Pinole Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pinole, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments in the Devon Square neighborhood priced from $1,701. Hilltop Commons Apartments in the Tara Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,711. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pinole apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | One Bedroom 60% AMI - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,701 |
| Hilltop Commons Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,711 |
| Vista Woods Senior | Senior Affordable One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,798 |
| Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $1,883 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR,1BA | $1,910 |
| Heritage Grove Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,050 |
| Casa del Sol | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Bayside Apartments | 2x1-B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pinole, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pinole area is the $2.82 price per square foot 3x2-C1 Model at Bayside Apartments in the in the Tara Hills neighborhood starting from $3,126. The second greatest value Pinole apartment is the B2 Model at The Exchange at Bayfront starting at $2,763 with a $3.19 price per square foot in the Tara Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pinole apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayside Apartments | 3x2-C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| The Exchange at Bayfront | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 4353 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit 4 | 4353 San Pablo Dam Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Redwood Creek Villas | Newly Renovated 2bd/1bth + Garage! Look & Lease... | 2BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Casa del Sol | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| San Marcos | The Varenna | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Hilltop Commons Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
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Best Local Schools in Pinole, CA
Stewart Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pinole Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pinole?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pinole is at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments listed at $2,188.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pinole Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pinole Apartment is $1,701 at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pinole Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pinole is starting from $2,095 at Casa del Sol.
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