
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Richmond, CA from $1,195 (41 Rentals)


25 Harbour Way

Vue 3600

216 Washington Ave

440 18th St, Unit b

1 Bed 1 Bath in Historical Building

Westridge at Hilltop Apartments

Montoya Garden
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Bella Vista at Hilltop

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503 27th St, Unit 503, Unit 503

6170 Plymouth Ave, Unit South

Liberty Village Apartments

5103 Panama Ave

2601 Center Ave

555 Pierce St

118 Raven Ct
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2088 Cypress Ave

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932 Delaware St, Unit Charming Studio with Kitchenette, Unit Charming Studio with Kitchenette

Baycliff Apartments

1835 Bonita Rd

3137 Larchmont Ln

The Villas at Harbor Pointe

5405 Morrow Dr, Unit 1

6500 Donal Ave
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Heritage Grove Apartments

Casa Ensenada Apartments

612 Stannage Ave

Rumrill Gardens Apartments

Olsen Donald Apartments

3027 Yolo Ave

Tiki Apartments

Pacific Crest Apartments
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Kona Apartments

Hilltop Commons Apartments

1301 Gilman St

411 Stannage Ave

Vista Woods Senior

1213 San Pablo Ave

Casa Linda Apartments

2011 Market Ave
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535 Liberty St
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 | $2,294 | $1,395 | $8,519 |
| Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,311 | $1,195 | $8,603 |
| Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,799 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,816 | $1,000 | $10,000+ |
| Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,447 | $3,350 | $5,545 |
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Richmond, CAPopulation: 110,146
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Mira Vista 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 19 Cottage Avenue listed at $1,345.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment is $1,345 at 19 Cottage Avenue.
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 $1,345 at 19 Cottage Avenue.
What is the most affordable Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 19 Cottage Avenue and starts from $1,345.
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