1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Richmond, CA (587 Rentals)

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Marina Bay
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Marina Bay

1-249 Marina Lakes DrRichmond, CA 94804
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243 First
1 Bedroom Apartments

243 First

243 1st StRichmond, CA 94801
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143-149 1st St
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143-149 1st St

143-149 1st StRichmond, CA 94801
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4140 Fran Way
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4140 Fran Way

4140 Fran WayRichmond, CA 94803
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The Carquinez
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The Carquinez

400 Harbour WayRichmond, CA 94801
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2323 Rheem Ave
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2323 Rheem Ave

2323 Rheem AveRichmond, CA 94804
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15 Scenic Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

15 Scenic Ave

15 Scenic AveRichmond, CA 94801
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529 21st St
1 Bedroom Apartments

529 21st St

529 21st StRichmond, CA 94801
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2316 Brooks Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

2316 Brooks Ave

2316 Brooks AveRichmond, CA 94804

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5120 Panama Ave
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5120 Panama Ave

5120 Panama AveRichmond, CA 94804
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345 S 38th St
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345 S 38th St

345 S 38th StRichmond, CA 94804
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2805 Florida Ave
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2805 Florida Ave

2805 Florida AveRichmond, CA 94804
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1912 Barrett Ave
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1912 Barrett Ave

1912 Barrett AveRichmond, CA 94801
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438 36th St
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438 36th St

438 36th StRichmond, CA 94805
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28-30 6th St
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28-30 6th St

28-30 6th StRichmond, CA 94801
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219 22nd St
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219 22nd St

219 22nd StRichmond, CA 94801

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2329 Maricopa Ave
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2329 Maricopa Ave

2329 Maricopa AveRichmond, CA 94804
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4527 Overend Ave
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4527 Overend Ave

4527 Overend AveRichmond, CA 94804
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317 33rd St
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317 33rd St

317 33rd StRichmond, CA 94804
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3601 Bissell Ave
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3601 Bissell Ave

3601 Bissell AveRichmond, CA 94805
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122 Nicholl Ave
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122 Nicholl Ave

122 Nicholl AveRichmond, CA 94801

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Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 22, 2026

There are currently 134 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Richmond, CA that range in price from $1,295 to $8,393. Hilltop Green, Hilltop Bayview and Hilltop Village are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Richmond with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Hilltop Green42$2,109$1,557
Hilltop Bayview33$2,281$1,557
Hilltop Village28$2,119$1,557
East Richmond Heights25$2,025$1,600
Point Richmond6$1,755$1,295

Largest Available Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Richmond, CA is found at San Marcos in the Tara Hills neighborhood and is 904 square feet priced from $2,509. The Tides in the Hilltop neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 845 square feet and currently listed start at $2,676. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Richmond:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
San MarcosThe Pavia904 Sq Ft$2,509
The TidesDesign 1B845 Sq Ft$2,676
SolaceEmerald743 Sq Ft$2,457
The Village at Town CenterThe Hamlet710 Sq FtCall for Rates
Bella Vista at HilltopAvalon704 Sq FtCall for Rates
Mayfair Station1 Bedroom Open649 Sq Ft$2,369

Cheapest Available Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 22, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Richmond, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $899 at Vista Woods Senior in the Tara Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Richmond 1 Bedroom is the Private Room with Private Bathroom Model at 19 Cottage Avenue starting at $1,500 in the Atchison Village neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Richmond is currently $2,197. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Richmond:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Vista Woods SeniorOne Bedroom$899
19 Cottage AvenuePrivate Room with Private Bathroom$1,500
Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affordable Community1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,549
Westridge at Hilltop ApartmentsOne Bedroom 60% AMI - Income Restricted$1,701
Baycliff ApartmentsA1$1,720
6500 Donal Ave1BR/1.0BA$1,850
Bella Vista at HilltopAvalon$1,883

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

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Richmond Overview

For East Bay living in the San Francisco area, there?s nothing quite like Richmond, CA. No other city in the region boasts as much waterfront as Richmond! For those looking to move to an apartment in Richmond, your odds of a water view are much higher than in surrounding areas -- all without the headaches of property taxes.

Why live in Richmond, CA?

Where else can you find a diverse community that is nestled between two bays? The San Francisco Bay and the San Pablo Bay each add magic to Richmond. It?s got a laid-back vibe with a nautical history, diverse population and tons of shoreline trails to explore. The cost of living in Richmond is lower than in most of Contra Costa Country. In addition, 10 of its sites are on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Richmond Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Richmond with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Richmond is at Vista Woods Senior listed at $899.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Richmond Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Richmond is $2,197.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Richmond Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Richmond is a 904 square feet unit starting from $2,509 at San Marcos.

What is the average size for Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Richmond is currently 657 sq ft.

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