
Apartments for Rent in the El Cerrito Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (96 Rentals)


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5606 Meade Ave

5833 Estelle St

6048 Bradford St, Unit A

5606 Meade Ave

4481 54th St
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4544 El Cerrito Dr

3980 60th St

5728-5730 Adelaide Ave

6090 Rock St

4334 60th St

5885 El Cajon Blvd

3930 60th St

3972 60th St

4328 College Ave

3954 60th St
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4540 60th St

5438 Gilbert Dr

6082 Rock St

4560 60th St

4527 Esther St

Summit Place

Carriage House Apartments

4232 Sharron Pl

4386 56th St

5738 Meade Ave
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5511 Adelaide Ave

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Adelaide Gardens

4478-4482 58th St

5754 University Ave

5884 Estelle St

4515-4521 56th St

4510-4512 58th St

4510 55th St
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4425-4427 Dayton St

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College Crest

College Park Townhomes

College Villas

4522 60th St

6025-6033 Estelle St

4540-4548 55th St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Cerrito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cerrito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,795 | $850 | $2,089 |
| El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $2,245 | $2,499 |
| El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,266 | $2,795 | $7,075 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEl Cerrito, San Diego, CA
Ranked #101
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about El Cerrito
What is the current price range for One Bedroom El Cerrito Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in El Cerrito ranges from $850 to $2,089 with an average monthly rent of $1,795.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in El Cerrito cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in El Cerrito range from $2,245 to $2,499. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,286.
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