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Terraces at Nevin
2100-2200 Nevin AveRichmond, CA 94801
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cortez Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $1,200 (104 Rentals)
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645-647 S 29th St
645-647 S 29th StRichmond, CA 94804
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Marina Bay
1-249 Marina Lakes DrRichmond, CA 94804
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2607 Ohio
2607 Ohio AveRichmond, CA 94804
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5009-5015 Barrett Ave
5009-5015 Barrett AveRichmond, CA 94805
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The Cove at Marina Bay
1 Schooner CtRichmond, CA 94804
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3319 Nevin Ave
3319 Nevin AveRichmond, CA 94805
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551 South 30th
551 S 30th StRichmond, CA 94804
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146 19th St
146 19th StRichmond, CA 94801
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3528 Barrett Ave
3528 Barrett AveRichmond, CA 94805
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Marina Bay Northshore
1201-1207 Melville SqRichmond, CA 94804
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315 25th St
315 25th StRichmond, CA 94804
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410 S 34th St
410 S 34th StRichmond, CA 94804
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317 S 26th St
317 S 26th StRichmond, CA 94804
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149 Marina Way
149 Marina WayRichmond, CA 94801
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1725 Bissell Ave
1725 Bissell AveRichmond, CA 94801
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470 42nd St
470 42nd StRichmond, CA 94805
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1514 Ohio Ave
1514 Ohio AveRichmond, CA 94804
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2805 Florida Ave
2805 Florida AveRichmond, CA 94804
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1323-1325 Monterey St
1323-1325 Monterey StRichmond, CA 94804
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3223 Ohio Ave
3223 Ohio AveRichmond, CA 94804
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337-339 S 15th St
337-339 S 15th StRichmond, CA 94804
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431 S 45th St
431 S 45th StRichmond, CA 94804
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547-549 27th St
547-549 27th StRichmond, CA 94804
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1509 Chanslor Ave
1509 Chanslor AveRichmond, CA 94801
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403-409 S 25th St
403-409 S 25th StRichmond, CA 94804
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546 S 19th St
546 S 19th StRichmond, CA 94804
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572 29th St
572 29th StRichmond, CA 94804
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537 S 29th St
537 S 29th StRichmond, CA 94804
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4433 Overend Ave
4433 Overend AveRichmond, CA 94804
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1625-1629 Portola Ave
1625-1629 Portola AveRichmond, CA 94801
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459 21st St
459 21st StRichmond, CA 94801
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3202 Nevin Ave
3202 Nevin AveRichmond, CA 94804
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4018-4020 Barrett Ave
4018-4020 Barrett AveRichmond, CA 94805
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500 22nd St
500 22nd StRichmond, CA 94801
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619 S 33rd St
619 S 33rd StRichmond, CA 94804
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34 17th St
34 17th StRichmond, CA 94801
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1125 Chanslor Ave
1125 Chanslor AveRichmond, CA 94801
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2612 Roosevelt Ave
2612 Roosevelt AveRichmond, CA 94804
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919 S 45th St
919 S 45th StRichmond, CA 94804
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322 39th St
322 39th StRichmond, CA 94805
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501 S 20th St
501 S 20th StRichmond, CA 94804
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401 44th St
401 44th StRichmond, CA 94805
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500-514 Hayes St
500-514 Hayes StRichmond, CA 94804
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607 S 29th St
607 S 29th StRichmond, CA 94804
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3401 Nevin Ave
3401 Nevin AveRichmond, CA 94805
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324 43rd St
324 43rd StRichmond, CA 94805
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424 20th St
424 20th StRichmond, CA 94801
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135 20th St
135 20th StRichmond, CA 94801
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320 43rd St
320 43rd StRichmond, CA 94805
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.
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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 |
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| Cortez Studio Apartments | $1,490 | $1,250 | $1,611 |
| Cortez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,744 | $1,717 | $1,755 |
| Cortez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,353 | $1,975 | $2,650 |
| Cortez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,805 | $2,761 | $2,850 |
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There are currently 104 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 Studio unit found at Terraces at Nevin priced from $1,508. 945 S 45th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Cortez apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Terraces at Nevin | Seniors Studio Type A | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
| 945 S 45th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| 146-156 Marina Way | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,745 |
| 146 19th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 922 Carlson Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,949 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortez, CA
As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cortez 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 Cortez apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 146 19th St starting at $1,895 with a $2.75 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 146-156 Marina Way | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 146 19th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| 922 Carlson Blvd | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| 245 S 22nd St, Unit 245 | 245 S 22nd St | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Terraces at Nevin | Seniors Studio Type A | Studio ,1BA | $3.69 |
| 945 S 45th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.22 |
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