
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the City Center Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $1,700 (37 Rentals)
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149 Marina Way, Unit Apartment # B

181 Espee

146 19th St

1725 Bissell Ave

149 Marina Way

1514 Ohio Ave

34 17th St

1509 Chanslor Ave
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135 20th St

21 16th St

101 S 15th St

2114-2122 Bissell Ave

1724 Chanslor Ave

144 15th St

1910-1919 Bissell Ave

146-156 Marina Way

1410 Bissell Ave
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171 22nd St

11 16th St

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2209 Ohio Ave

159 Marina Way

2103-2107 Bissell Ave

9 17th St

2126 Ohio Ave

1917 Chanslor Ave
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154 S 19th St

1526 Bissell Ave

8 S. 16th St.

1600 Chanslor Ave

16 16th St

2229-2235 Macdonald Ave

129 Twentieth

2023 Chanslor Ave

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2109 Bissell Ave
City Center, Richmond, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in City Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,850 | $1,900 |
| City Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $2,650 | $2,650 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the City Center Neighborhood of Richmond, CA.
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Cheapest Available City Center Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146-156 Marina Way | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in City Center, CA
As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the City Center area is the $2.44 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 146-156 Marina Way in the in the Cortez neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value City Center apartment is the 149 Marina Way Model at 149 Marina Way, Unit Apartment # B starting at $1,900 with a $2.71 price per square foot in the Cortez neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for City Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146-156 Marina Way | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 149 Marina Way, Unit Apartment # B | 149 Marina Way | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
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