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5925 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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5802 University AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4103-4125 54th PlSan Diego, CA 92105
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University Gardens
5622 University AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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Summit Place
4521 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Carriage House Apartments
4570 54th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Adelaide #117
6101 Adelaide AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4501 54th St
4501 54th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4479-4485 54th St
4479-4485 54th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4546 54th St
4546 54th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Sunrise Pointe
3920-3980 Faircross LnSan Diego, CA 92115
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4530 54th St
4530 54th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Sandy's Apartments
5901 Streamview DrSan Diego, CA 92105
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College Crest
4324-4328 College AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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College Eight
4419 College AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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5908 Streamview Dr
5908 Streamview DrSan Diego, CA 92105
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Adelaide Gardens
5505-5507 Adelaide AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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4515-4521 56th St
4515-4521 56th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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College Park Townhomes
3908-3992 60th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Terracina Gardens
4534 56th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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6156-6162 Acorn St
6156-6162 Acorn StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Glenridge Apartments
4516-4540 60th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Adelaide Gardens
5532-5562 Adelaide AveSan Diego, CA 92115
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The Aspens
5885 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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4550-4560 60th St
4550-4560 60th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4478-4482 58th St
4478-4482 58th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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parc@54
4079 54th PlSan Diego, CA 92105
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6036 Estelle St
6036 Estelle StSan Diego, CA 92115
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College Villas
4504 60th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4510 55th St
4510 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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5841-5843 El Cajon Blvd
5841-5843 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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5450 University Ave
5450 University AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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4438 56th St
4438 56th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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5502-5506 University Ave
5502-5506 University AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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Casa Hermosa
5728 Bates StSan Diego, CA 92115
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Villa Verde
5430 University AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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Bridgeport Apartments
5466-5494 University AveSan Diego, CA 92105
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Path Villas - El Cerrito
5474 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego, CA 92115
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5410-5420 Lea St
5410-5420 Lea StSan Diego, CA 92105
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Adelaide North II
4545 55th StSan Diego, CA 92115
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4540 54th St
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4546 60th St
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El Cerrito, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Cerrito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cerrito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $850 | $2,089 |
| El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,283 | $2,245 | $2,499 |
| El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,313 | $2,795 | $7,263 |
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Cheapest Available El Cerrito Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Cerrito area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at University Gardens priced from $1,450. Lantana Hills Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,065. Here are the most affordable El Cerrito apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,065 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2,475 |
| Parkview Terrace | 2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,499 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Cerrito area is the $3.09 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment Model at Campus Village Apartments in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $2,475. The second greatest value El Cerrito apartment is the 2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom Model at Parkview Terrace starting at $2,499 with a $3.25 price per square foot in the El Cerrito neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Cerrito apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Parkview Terrace | 2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.25 |
| Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Cerrito Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Cerrito Apartment is $1,450 at University Gardens.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Cerrito is starting from $2,245 at Lantana Hills Apartment Homes.
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