
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Richmond Heights Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $1,300 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the East Richmond Heights area of Richmond.


Westridge at Hilltop Apartments

Montoya Garden

5665 McBryde Ave

1751 Liberty St, Unit 106

2505 Mira Vista Dr, Unit 2
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East Richmond Heights, Richmond, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Richmond Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Richmond Heights Studio Apartments | $1,902 | $1,331 | $2,405 |
| East Richmond Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $1,300 | $3,042 |
| East Richmond Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $1,750 | $6,527 |
| East Richmond Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,328 | $2,950 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Richmond Heights Neighborhood of Richmond, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Richmond Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Richmond Heights area of Richmond, CA is a Studio unit found at Terraces at Nevin priced from $1,331. Westridge at Hilltop Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,701. Here are the most affordable East Richmond Heights apartments for rent in Richmond, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraces at Nevin | Studio Type A | Studio,1BA | $1,331 |
| Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | One Bedroom 60% AMI - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,701 |
| Baycliff Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| Rumrill Place Apartment | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Richmond Heights, CA
As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Richmond Heights area is the $2.95 price per square foot 3 BR x 2 BA Model at 1201 Liberty Apartments in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value East Richmond Heights apartment is the 4001 Fariss Ln Model at 4001 Fariss Ln, Unit 2BR Ap starting at $2,700 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Hilltop neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Richmond Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 4001 Fariss Ln, Unit 2BR Ap | 4001 Fariss Ln | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 1936 22nd St, Unit Unit #1 | 1936 22nd St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| Casa Ensenada Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| 2505 Mira Vista Dr, Unit 2 | 2505 Mira Vista Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Heritage Grove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Baycliff Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 3319 Nevin Ave, Unit D | 3319 Nevin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 1751 Liberty St, Unit 106 | 1751 Liberty St | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Richmond Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Richmond Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Richmond Heights is under $1,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Richmond Heights?
The cheapest apartment in East Richmond Heights is Westridge at Hilltop Apartments which is listed at $1,701, while the average apartment in East Richmond Heights costs $3,622.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Richmond Heights?
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 16 regular apartments in East Richmond Heights 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 East Richmond Heights?
Cheap apartments in East Richmond Heights have an average cost of $755 which is $2,867 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Richmond Heights.
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