1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Richmond, CA (512 Rentals)

Vue at 3600

Westridge at Hilltop Apartments

San Marcos

Bella Vista at Hilltop

Terraces at Nevin

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5533 Madison Ave, Unit #3
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1362 Carlson Blvd, Unit A

418 C St

4212 Nevin Ave

150 Washington Ave
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5817 Madison Ave

578 Civic Center St

5018-5022 Barrett Ave
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Richmond, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richmond?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,989 | $839 | $2,837 |
Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,056 | $899 | $3,770 |
Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,803 | $1,079 | $4,977 |
Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,337 | $2,400 | $4,600 |
Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,977 | $3,466 | $5,000 |
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Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 08, 2025There are currently 115 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Richmond, CA that range in price from $899 to $4,746. 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:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Hilltop Green | 36 | $2,050 | $899 |
Hilltop Bayview | 30 | $2,217 | $899 |
Hilltop Village | 24 | $1,911 | $899 |
East Richmond Heights | 21 | $2,075 | $1,366 |
Point Richmond | 4 | $1,675 | $1,195 |
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 $2,537. The Tides in the Hilltop neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 850 square feet and currently listed start at $2,909. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Richmond:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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San Marcos | The Pavia | 904 Sq Ft | $2,537 |
The Tides | A1C | 850 Sq Ft | $2,909 |
Mayfair Station | 1 Bedroom Open | 709 Sq Ft | $2,398 |
Vue at 3600 | Plan C | 707 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | 704 Sq Ft | $1,883 |
Cheapest Available Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 08, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Richmond, CA is the One Bedroom 50% AMI - Income Restricted Model starting from $1,366 at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments in the Devon Square neighborhood. The second most affordable Richmond 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Afforordable Apartments starting at $1,639 in the Hilltop neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Richmond is currently $2,056. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Richmond:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | One Bedroom 50% AMI - Income Restricted | $1,366 |
Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Afforordable Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $1,639 |
Hilltop Commons Apartments | A2 | $1,711 |
Baycliff Apartments | A1 | $1,720 |
Bella Vista at Hilltop | Avalon | $1,883 |
The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | $1,911 |
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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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Getting Around Richmond, CA
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 Westridge at Hilltop Apartments listed at $1,366.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Richmond Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Richmond is $2,056.
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 $2,537 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 678 sq ft.
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