
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Richmond, CA (938 Rentals)


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245 S 22nd St, Unit 245

202 Shoreline Ct, Unit 202

5819 Bayview Ave, Unit Inlaw

24 Park Ln

153-155 S 20th St

420 Golden Gate Ave

5534 Jefferson Ave

3800 Waller Ave

510 McLaughlin St

537 Nevin Ave
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12450 San Pablo Ave

422 C St

418 C St

456 W Richmond Ave.

254 S 3rd St

177 22nd St

541 Nevin Ave

3521 Center Ave

574 Duboce Ave

14 Nicholl Ave
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517 Golden Gate Ave

2507 Baywood Way

645-647 S 29th St

540 2nd St

Brickyard Landing

551 South 30th

5233-5231 Columbia

324 S 4th St

181 Espee

The Shores at Marina Bay
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32 Sanford

3319 Nevin Ave

2607 Ohio

5307-5309 Columbia

4140 Fran Way

647 17th St

Marina Bay

The Cove at Marina Bay

Richmond Fourplex

1208 York St
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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 | $1,913 | $1,250 | $3,734 |
| Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,255 | $1,350 | $3,200 |
Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,785 | $1,750 | $10,000+ |
| Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,639 | $2,099 | $5,995 |
| Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,157 | $5,300 | $10,000+ |
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Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 10, 2026There are currently 193 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Richmond, CA that range in price from $1,750 to $4,038. Hilltop Green, Hilltop Bayview and Hilltop Village are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Richmond with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Green | 54 | $2,612 | $1,750 |
| Hilltop Bayview | 49 | $2,890 | $1,750 |
| Hilltop Village | 42 | $2,659 | $1,750 |
| East Richmond Heights | 41 | $2,594 | $1,750 |
| Point Richmond | 7 | $2,200 | $1,975 |
Largest Available Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Richmond, CA is found at 162 Santa Fe Ave in the Atchison Village neighborhood and is 1,200 square feet priced from $2,850. San Marcos in the Tara Hills neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,189 square feet and currently listed start at $3,089. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Richmond:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 162 Santa Fe Ave | 312 Richmond Avenue | 1,200 Sq Ft | $2,850 |
| San Marcos | The Venezia | 1,189 Sq Ft | $3,089 |
| Bella Vista at Hilltop | Cascade | 1,108 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| The Tides | Design 2B20 | 1,073 Sq Ft | $3,219 |
| Metro 510 | 2A.2 | 1,066 Sq Ft | $3,600 |
| Sequoia Townhouses | Redwood | 1,000 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| The Terraces | 2x2 | 1,000 Sq Ft | $3,095 |
| Bayside Apartments | 2x2-B3 | 964 Sq Ft | $2,299 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | SPINNAKER | 950 Sq Ft | $2,424 |
| El Paseo Family | 2x2 | 880 Sq Ft | $1,627 |
Cheapest Available Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 10, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Richmond, CA is the 2x2 Model starting from $1,627 at El Paseo Family in the San Pablo neighborhood. The second most affordable Richmond 2 Bedroom is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 146-156 Marina Way starting at $1,745 in the Cortez neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Richmond is currently $2,785. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Richmond:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| El Paseo Family | 2x2 | $1,627 |
| 146-156 Marina Way | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,745 |
| Rumrill Place Apartment | 2BR | $1,750 |
| 146 19th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,895 |
| 922 Carlson Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,949 |
| 2030 Stanton Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,989 |
| Casa del Sol | 2BR/1.0BA | $2,095 |
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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.
Richmond, CAPopulation: 110,146
Ranked #276
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Richmond Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Richmond with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Richmond is at El Paseo Family listed at $1,627.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Richmond Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Richmond is $2,785.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Richmond Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Richmond is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $2,850 at 162 Santa Fe Ave.
What is the average size for Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Richmond is currently 967 sq ft.
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