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Terraces at Nevin
2100-2200 Nevin AveRichmond, CA 94801
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Richmond Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $1,300 (9 Rentals)
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440 18th St
440 18th StRichmond, CA 94801
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Westridge at Hilltop Apartments
2490 Lancaster DrRichmond, CA 94806
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Montoya Garden
5005 Montoya AveRichmond, CA 94805
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Baycliff Apartments
2300 Lancaster DrSan Pablo, CA 94806
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Villa Alvarado
1330 Contra Costa AveSan Pablo, CA 94806
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Rumrill Place Apartment
1883 Rumrill BlvdSan Pablo, CA 94806
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Casa Ensenada Apartments
2422-2444 Road 20San Pablo, CA 94806
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East Richmond, Richmond, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,861 | $1,459 | $2,188 |
| East Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,090 | $1,700 | $2,725 |
| East Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,580 | $1,750 | $3,220 |
| East Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,169 | $2,761 | $3,935 |
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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 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 apartments for rent in San Francisco, 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 |
| Villa Alvarado | Studio - 1st Flr | Studio,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Richmond, CA
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Richmond 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 apartment is the 2619 Barrett Ave Model at 2619 Barrett Ave, Unit 2619 starting at $2,490 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Cortez 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. |
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| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 2619 Barrett Ave, Unit 2619 | 2619 Barrett Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 1936 22nd St, Unit #1 | 1936 22nd St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.70 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Casa Ensenada Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| 1501 Broadway Ave, Unit APT 4 | 1501 Broadway Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 2316 Brooks Ave, Unit 2316 Brooks Ave | 2316 Brooks Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| 21 Leisure Ln | 21 Leisure Ln | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 1970 Powell St, Unit D | 1970 Powell St | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Montoya Garden | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
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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 $1,875.
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 $1,701, while the average apartment in East Richmond costs $2,950.
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 18 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 $700 which is $2,250 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Richmond.
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