
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastshore Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $1,200 (25 Rentals)
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2029 Nevin Ave

6170 Plymouth Ave, Unit South

12450 San Pablo Ave

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2814 Lowell Ave, Unit 2814A

510 McLaughlin St
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537 Nevin Ave

Monterey Pines

2601 Center Ave

144 13th St

173 22nd St

827 S 33rd St
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541 Nevin Ave

645-647 S 29th St

1621 Florida Ave

555 Pierce St, Unit #1134

6501 Donal Ave

6500 Donal Ave
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938 Kearney St

Mayfair Station

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6021 El Dorado St, Unit NA

Civic Plaza Apartments

411 Stannage Ave

535 Liberty St
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Cerrito Vista
Eastshore, Richmond, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastshore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastshore Studio Apartments | $1,785 | $1,395 | $2,700 |
| Eastshore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,347 | $1,717 | $3,200 |
| Eastshore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,896 | $1,995 | $4,000 |
| Eastshore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,470 | $2,495 | $5,653 |
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Cheapest Available Eastshore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastshore area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Terraces at Nevin priced from $1,459. 6500 Donal Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Eastshore apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraces at Nevin | Seniors Studio Type A | Studio,1BA | $1,459 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Mayfair Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,073 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Cerrito Vista | 1BD, 1BTH A | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastshore, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastshore area is the $2.05 price per square foot 5819 Bayview Ave Model at 5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Eastshore apartment is the 3 BR x 2 BA Model at 1201 Liberty Apartments starting at $3,250 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastshore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit | 5819 Bayview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Cobblestone | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Cerrito Vista | 1BD, 1BTH A | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| 6021 El Dorado St, Unit NA | 6021 El Dorado St | 1BR,1BA | $3.91 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| Terraces at Nevin | Seniors Studio Type A | Studio ,1BA | $3.57 |
| Mayfair Station | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.23 |
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Best Local Schools in Eastshore, Richmond, CA
Stege Elementary
Kennedy High School
Lovonya DeJean Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastshore Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eastshore?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastshore is under $3,200.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastshore?
The cheapest apartment in Eastshore is Terraces at Nevin which is listed at $1,755, while the average apartment in Eastshore costs $2,972.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastshore?
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 Eastshore 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 Eastshore?
Cheap apartments in Eastshore have an average cost of $206 which is $2,766 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastshore.
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