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Westridge at Hilltop Apartments
2490 Lancaster DrRichmond, CA 94806
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Richmond Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $1,400 (6 Rentals)
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$1,508 - $2,903Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Terraces at Nevin
2100-2200 Nevin AveRichmond, CA 94801
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Montoya Garden
5005 Montoya AveRichmond, CA 94805
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2505 Mira Vista Dr, Unit 2
2505 Mira Vista DrEl Cerrito, CA 94530
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Baycliff Apartments
2300 Lancaster DrSan Pablo, CA 94806
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,965 | $1,508 | $2,430 |
| East Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,098 | $1,401 | $2,525 |
| East Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,619 | $1,750 | $5,505 |
| East Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,050 | $2,761 | $3,935 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Richmond Neighborhood of Richmond, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Richmond Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Richmond area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments priced from $1,401. Terraces at Nevin has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,508. Here are the most affordable East Richmond apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | One Bedroom 50% AMI - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,401 |
| Terraces at Nevin | Seniors Studio Type A | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
| Baycliff Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Richmond, CA
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Richmond area is the $2.85 price per square foot 3 BR x 1 BA Model at 1201 Liberty Apartments in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value East Richmond apartment is the 711 Pennsylvania Ave Model at 711 Pennsylvania Ave starting at $2,300 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Atchison Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 711 Pennsylvania Ave | 711 Pennsylvania Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 2619 Barrett Ave, Unit 2619 | 2619 Barrett Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Casa Ensenada Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| 2505 Mira Vista Dr, Unit 2 | 2505 Mira Vista Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 302 S 26th St, Unit 306 | 302 S 26th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 830 Lexington Ave, Unit 830 Lexington | 830 Lexington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Baycliff Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
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Getting Around the East Richmond Neighborhood in Richmond, CA
Walk Score®
80 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Richmond Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Richmond?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Richmond is under $2,010.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Richmond?
The cheapest apartment in East Richmond is Westridge at Hilltop Apartments which is listed at $1,401, while the average apartment in East Richmond costs $2,903.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Richmond?
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 34 regular apartments in East Richmond 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?
Cheap apartments in East Richmond have an average cost of $1,199 which is $1,704 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Richmond.
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