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19 Cottage Avenue
19 Cottage AveRichmond, CA 94801
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Shields Reid Neighborhood of Richmond, CA from $500 (9 Rentals)
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1247 23rd St
RichmondCA94804
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Chesley Mutual Housing
802 Chesley AveRichmond, CA 94801
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2601 Center Ave
2601 Center AveRichmond, CA 94804
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162 Santa Fe Ave
162 Santa Fe AveRichmond, CA 94801
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144 13th St
144 13th StRichmond, CA 94801
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Rumrill Gardens Apartments
1310 Rumrill BlvdSan Pablo, CA 94806
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Kona Apartments
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Shields Reid, Richmond, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shields Reid?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shields Reid Studio Apartments | $1,950 | $1,375 | $2,800 |
| Shields Reid 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,840 | $1,295 | $2,345 |
| Shields Reid 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,372 | $1,750 | $6,449 |
| Shields Reid 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,395 | $2,890 | $3,900 |
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Cheapest Available Shields Reid Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Shields Reid area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 19 Cottage Avenue priced from $1,500. 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 Shields Reid apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Cottage Avenue | Private Room with Private Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | One Bedroom 60% AMI - Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,701 |
| Baycliff Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shields Reid, CA
As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shields Reid area is the $2.71 price per square foot 1936 22nd St Model at 1936 22nd St, Unit Unit #1 in the in the Devon Square neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Shields Reid apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Casa Ensenada Apartments starting at $2,275 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Devon Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shields Reid apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 22nd St, Unit Unit #1 | 1936 22nd St | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.71 |
| Casa Ensenada Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| 1436 23rd St, Unit B | 1436 23rd St | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 302 S 26th St, Unit 306 | 302 S 26th St | 2BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| Villa Alvarado | 2 Bed 1 Ba, 2nd Flr | 2BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Baycliff Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 512 Barrett Ave, Unit 512 | 512 Barrett Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Westridge at Hilltop Apartments | Studio 80% AMI - Income Restricted | Studio ,1BA | $4.94 |
| 19 Cottage Avenue | Private Room with Shared Bathroom | 1BR,0.5BA | $13.02 |
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Best Local Schools in Shields Reid, Richmond, CA
Edward M. Downer Elementary
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (425)
4 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shields Reid Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shields Reid?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shields Reid is under $2,275.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shields Reid?
The cheapest apartment in Shields Reid is 19 Cottage Avenue which is listed at $1,500, while the average apartment in Shields Reid costs $3,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shields Reid?
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 12 regular apartments in Shields Reid that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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