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19 Cottage AveRichmond, CA 94801
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Terraces at Nevin
2100-2200 Nevin AveRichmond, CA 94801
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Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affordable Community
3811 Lakeside DrRichmond, CA 94806
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Vue 3600
3600 Sierra Ridge RdRichmond, CA 94806
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802 Chesley AveRichmond, CA 94801
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Monterey Pines
680 37th StRichmond, CA 94805
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2601 Center Ave
2601 Center AveRichmond, CA 94804
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162 Santa Fe Ave
162 Santa Fe AveRichmond, CA 94801
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144 13th StRichmond, CA 94801
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3424 Yosemite AveEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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1229 Oxford St, Unit studio
1229 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
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Vista Woods Senior
600 Roble AvePinole, CA 94564
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Rumrill Gardens Apartments
1310 Rumrill BlvdSan Pablo, CA 94806
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1813 Marlesta CtPinole, CA 94564
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1385 Shattuck AveBerkeley, CA 94709
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Kona Apartments
2645 Church LnSan Pablo, CA 94806
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Richmond Studio Apartments | $2,296 | $1,400 | $7,748 |
| Cheap Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,245 | $1,195 | $8,776 |
| Cheap Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,869 | $1,749 | $9,357 |
| Cheap Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,229 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,353 | $3,560 | $5,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Richmond, CA
Pricing Updated: 02/22/2026Current apartment rentals in the Richmond, CA area range in price from $1,195 to $13,569 with an overall median price of $3,630. The three Richmond neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Hilltop Village at $1,400, East Richmond Heights at $1,400, and Point Richmond at $1,195. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Richmond Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Village | $2,962 | $1,400 | 65 |
| East Richmond Heights | $3,592 | $1,400 | 69 |
| Point Richmond | $3,655 | $1,195 | 16 |
| Hilltop Green | $3,935 | $1,400 | 85 |
| Hilltop Bayview | $4,007 | $1,400 | 70 |
Cheapest Available Richmond Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Richmond, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 19 Cottage Avenue in the Atchison Village neighborhood priced from $1,395. Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affordable Community in the Hilltop neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Richmond apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Cottage Avenue | Private Room with Private Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affordable Community | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
| 1385 Shattuck Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,590 |
| Vista Woods Senior | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,678 |
| Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | One Bedroom 60% AMI - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,701 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richmond, CA
As of February 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richmond area is the $0.83 price per square foot 3424 Yosemite Ave Model at 3424 Yosemite Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Richmond apartment is the 2x2-B3 Model at Bayside Apartments starting at $2,399 with a $2.49 price per square foot in the Tara Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 3424 Yosemite Ave, Unit 3 | 3424 Yosemite Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| Bayside Apartments | 2x2-B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| Vue 3600 | 2x2 Classic | 2BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Bella Vista at Hilltop | Bayfair | 2BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| 2822 14th St, Unit 1 | 2822 14th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 1936 22nd St, Unit #1 | 1936 22nd St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| 800 Solano Ave, Unit 800 Solano | 800 Solano Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| The Villas at Harbor Pointe | MARINA | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Baycliff Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Affordable Community | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
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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.
Best Local Schools in Richmond, CA
Mira Vista Elementary
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-8 (510)
7 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richmond Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Richmond?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Richmond is under $1,795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Richmond?
The cheapest apartment in Richmond is 19 Cottage Avenue which is listed at $1,395, while the average apartment in Richmond costs $3,630.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Richmond?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 62 regular apartments in Richmond that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Richmond?
Cheap apartments in Richmond have an average cost of $612 which is $3,018 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Richmond.
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