2033 Nevin Ave
RichmondCA94801
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $1,233 (23 Rentals)
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4100-4106 S 41st St
RichmondCA94804
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149 Marina Way, Unit A
149 Marina WayRichmond, CA 94801
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149 Marina Way, Unit Apartment # B
149 Marina WayRichmond, CA 94801
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$2,111Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Terraces at Nevin
2100-2200 Nevin AveRichmond, CA 94801
510 McLaughlin St
RichmondCA94805
153-155 S 20th St
RichmondCA94804
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3943 Florida Ave
RichmondCA94804
1401-1407 Bissell Ave
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3800 Waller Ave
RichmondCA94804
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Monterey Pines
680 37th StRichmond, CA 94805
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2601 Center Ave
2601 Center AveRichmond, CA 94804
624 40th St
RichmondCA94805
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144 13th St
144 13th StRichmond, CA 94801
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1 Bedroom Apartments
945 S 45th St
945 S 45th StRichmond, CA 94804
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146-156 Marina Way
146-156 Marina WayRichmond, CA 94801
4216 Nevin Ave
RichmondCA94805
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146 19th St
146 19th StRichmond, CA 94801
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922 Carlson Blvd
922 Carlson BlvdRichmond, CA 94804
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645-647 S 29th St
645-647 S 29th StRichmond, CA 94804
261 22nd St
RichmondCA94801
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3521 Center Ave
RichmondCA94804
2611 Bayfront Ct
RichmondCA94804
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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 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Cortez Neighborhood of Richmond, CA.
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Cheapest Available Cortez Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cortez area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 945 S 45th St priced from $1,595. 146-156 Marina Way has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,745. Here are the most affordable Cortez apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 945 S 45th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 146-156 Marina Way | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| 922 Carlson Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,949 |
| Terraces at Nevin | 2 Bedroom Type A | 2BR,1BA | $2,111 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cortez area is the $2.21 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Type A Model at Terraces at Nevin in the in the Cortez neighborhood starting from $2,111. The second greatest value Cortez apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 146-156 Marina Way starting at $1,745 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the Cortez neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortez apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraces at Nevin | 2 Bedroom Type A | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 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 |
| 2021 Potrero Ave, Unit 2021 Unit | 2021 Potrero Ave | 2BR,1BA | $4.35 |
| 922 Carlson Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| 945 S 45th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
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Best Local Schools in Cortez, Richmond, CA
Coronado Elementary School
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (307)
3 out of 10
Kennedy High School
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (740)
2 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cortez Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cortez?
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 1 regular apartments in Cortez that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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