
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the El Cerrito Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (41 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Cerrito?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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El Cerrito Studio Apartments | $2,458 | $2,010 | $2,659 |
El Cerrito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,901 | $2,065 | $3,365 |
El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,189 | $855 | $5,557 |
El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,113 | $2,995 | $5,293 |
El Cerrito 4 Bedroom Apartments | $963 | $850 | $1,399 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the El Cerrito Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Largest Available El Cerrito 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the El Cerrito area of San Diego, CA is found at SETA and is listed at 846 square feet priced from $2,640. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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SETA | A3 1x1 | 846 Sq Ft | $2,640 |
Celsius Apartments | 1x1 D | 798 Sq Ft | $2,463 |
Vora Mission Valley | D 1x1 | 726 Sq Ft | $2,556 |
IMT Mission Valley | A1 | 700 Sq Ft | $2,415 |
Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 650 Sq Ft | $2,065 |
Union Grantville | A4 | 646 Sq Ft | $2,350 |
Parkview Terrace | 1 Bedroom & 1 Bathroom | 535 Sq Ft | $2,085 |
Cheapest Available El Cerrito 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit El Cerrito of San Diego, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage Model starting from $2,065 at Lantana Hills Apartment Homes. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in El Cerrito is currently $2,901. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | $2,065 |
Parkview Terrace | 1 Bedroom & 1 Bathroom | $2,085 |
Union Grantville | A4 | $2,350 |
IMT Mission Valley | A1 | $2,415 |
Celsius Apartments | 1x1 D | $2,463 |
Vora Mission Valley | C 1x1 | $2,494 |
SETA | A1 1x1 | $2,540 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEl Cerrito, San Diego, CA
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Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the El Cerrito Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in El Cerrito with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in El Cerrito is at Lantana Hills Apartment Homes listed at $2,065.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in El Cerrito is $2,901.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Cerrito is a 846 square feet unit starting from $2,640 at SETA.
What is the average size for El Cerrito 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in El Cerrito is currently 712 sq ft.
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