
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Richmond, CA from $1,195 (52 Rentals)


216 Washington Ave

Westridge at Hilltop Apartments

1 Bed 1 Bath in Historical Building

2218 Virginia Ave, Unit 2218 Virginia Ave

1537 Truman St

6170 Plymouth Ave, Unit 1 Bd South

Montoya Garden

Bella Vista at Hilltop

149 Marina Way, Unit ApartmentD
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Liberty Village Apartments

2601 Center Ave

945 S 45th St

173 22nd St

Golden Gate View Apartments

Montevista Senior

1539 Nob Hill Ave

1213 San Pablo Ave

3420 Carlson Blvd

555 Pierce St, Unit #1134
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1835 Bonita Rd

1230 Brookside Dr, Unit 6

Baycliff Apartments

The Villas at Harbor Pointe

5600 El Dorado St, Unit 7

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649 El Centro Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1546147P

4166 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit 4166A San Pablo Dam Rd

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Heritage Grove Apartments

Villa Alvarado

Sycamore Hills By The Bay (Senior)
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1950 Stanton Ave

Civic Plaza Apartments

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929 Liberty St, Unit 929

4815 Appian Way

Rumrill Gardens Apartments

1333 Market Ave

Tiki Apartments

Kona Apartments

Pacific Crest Apartments

1301 Gilman St
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Hilltop Commons Apartments

411 Stannage Ave

Vista Woods Senior

1213 San Pablo Ave

6500 Donal Ave

Casa Linda Apartments

2011 Market Ave

535 Liberty St

Casa Ensenada Apartments

1385 Shattuck 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Studio Apartments | $2,192 | $1,395 | $3,738 |
| Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,317 | $1,195 | $4,089 |
| Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,878 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,515 | $2,761 | $5,995 |
| Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,050 | $3,050 | $3,050 |
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Richmond, CAPopulation: 110,146
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in US Census Population by City
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Nystrom Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richmond Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Richmond?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Richmond is at 1333 Market Ave listed at $1,549.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment is $1,549 at 1333 Market Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Richmond Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Richmond is starting from $1,549 at 1333 Market Ave.
What is the most affordable Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1333 Market Ave and starts from $1,549.
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