
Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of Richmond, CA (296 Rentals)


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149 Marina Way, Unit A

149 Marina Way, Unit Apartment # B

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2021 Potrero Ave, Unit 2021 Unit

119 Commodore Dr

15 Shoreline Ct, Unit All Inclusive Furnished

814 Marina Way S

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892 Estuary St

1401-1407 Bissell Ave
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4100-4106 S 41st St

153-155 S 20th St

3800 Waller Ave

3943 Florida Ave

2033 Nevin Ave

510 McLaughlin St

3521 Center Ave

2122 Florida Ave

1503 Jetty Dr

2611 Bayfront Ct
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2507 Baywood Way

2527 Baywood Way

4607 Fall Ave

155 Schooner Ct

261 22nd St

1653 Northshore Dr

36 15th St

4216 Nevin Ave

624 40th St

645-647 S 29th St
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3319 Nevin Ave

551 South 30th

2607 Ohio

1618 Florida Ave

The Cove at Marina Bay

Marina Bay

181 Espee

The Shores at Marina Bay

5009-5015 Barrett Ave

525 S 30th St
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501 S 30th St

537 S 29th St

2816 Cutting Blvd

520 S 28th St

536-546 S 28th St

563-567 S 30th St

607 S 29th St

424 Spring St

2638-2640 Cutting Blvd

2819 Virginia Ave
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Cortez, Richmond, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortez Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,783 | $1,600 | $1,900 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $2,111 | $3,000 |
| Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,665 | $2,650 | $2,695 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Cortez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,152 | $2,595 | $3,980 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,924 | $3,500 | $4,850 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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Best Local Schools in Cortez, Richmond, CA
Coronado Elementary School
Kennedy High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cortez
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Cortez area of Richmond, CA?
As of today, August 21, 2026, there are currently 296 available Cortez apartments priced from $1,250 to $3,000, with an average monthly rent of $2,390.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortez cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Cortez range from $2,111 to $3,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,489.
How expensive are Cortez Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 52 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Cortez on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,650 to $2,695 - averaging $2,665 for the location.
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