
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Park Plaza Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $500 (28 Rentals)
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25 Harbour Way

2736 Chanslor Ave

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440 18th St

Montoya Garden

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2316 Brooks Ave, Unit 2316 Brooks Ave

706 Jetty Dr
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503 27th St, Unit 503

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3801 Nevin Ave, Unit 3801

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3319 Nevin Ave, Unit D

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2814 Lowell Ave, Unit 2814A

Chesley Mutual Housing

Monterey Pines

2601 Center Ave
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5103 Panama Ave

144 13th St

400 33rd St

3420 Carlson Blvd

Villa Alvarado

The Village at Town Center

6500 Donal Ave
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5419 Silva Ave, Unit New ADU with bonus office

5300 School St

Remodeled 1BR Unit with Garage - Steps to BART in El Cerrito

Rumrill Gardens Apartments

1610 Sanford Ave

535 Liberty St
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Park Plaza, Richmond, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Park Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza Studio Apartments | $1,838 | $1,459 | $2,700 |
| Park Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,221 | $1,415 | $3,200 |
| Park Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,740 | $1,995 | $4,000 |
| Park Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $2,495 | $4,600 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Park Plaza Neighborhood of Richmond, CA.
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Cheapest Available Park Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Park Plaza area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Terraces at Nevin priced from $1,331. Villa Alvarado has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Park Plaza 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 |
| Villa Alvarado | Studio 2nd floor with patio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Montoya Garden | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Mayfair Station | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,114 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Park Plaza, CA
As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Park Plaza 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 Park Plaza 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 Park Plaza 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 |
| 2619 Barrett Ave, Unit 2619 | 2619 Barrett Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 302 S 26th St, Unit 306 | 302 S 26th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| 2316 Brooks Ave, Unit 2316 Brooks Ave | 2316 Brooks Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| Montoya Garden | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Civic Plaza Apartments | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 2814 Lowell Ave, Unit 2814A | 2814 Lowell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| 3319 Nevin Ave, Unit D | 3319 Nevin Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| 503 27th St, Unit 503 | 503 27th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
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Best Local Schools in Park Plaza, Richmond, CA
King Elementary School
Kennedy High School
Lovonya DeJean Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Park Plaza Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Park Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Park Plaza is Terraces at Nevin which is listed at $1,755, while the average apartment in Park Plaza costs $2,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Park Plaza?
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 8 regular apartments in Park Plaza 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 Park Plaza?
Cheap apartments in Park Plaza have an average cost of $482 which is $2,468 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Park Plaza.
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