
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the El Cerrito Neighborhood of San Diego, CA (24 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the El Cerrito area of San Diego that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


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Parkview Terrace

University Gardens

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5456 Gilbert Dr, Unit Gilbert Dr 1 br

4580 55th St, Unit B

4202 Spartan Cir

6090 Rock St

5920 Streamview Dr, Unit 4
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6090 Rock St, Unit SI ID1465012P

5920 Streamview Dr, Unit 1

6048 Bradford St, Unit A

4513 55th St

5438 Gilbert Dr

5505 Adelaide Ave

5932 Estelle St

4527 Esther St
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4605 59th St

Sandy's Apartments

Sunrise Pointe

6156-6162 Acorn St

6036 Estelle St

Cascade Apartments

5841-5843 El Cajon Blvd

Path Villas - El Cerrito
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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 | $1,897 | $1,450 | $2,065 |
| El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,310 | $2,245 | $2,595 |
| El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,835 | $2,500 | $7,530 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the El Cerrito Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in El Cerrito
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the El Cerrito of El Cerrito is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Model at University Gardens, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $1,450. The second cheapest El Cerrito Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom & 1 Bathroom 1 Bed unit at Parkview Terrace starting at $1,994. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly El Cerrito apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| University Gardens | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | $1,450 |
| Parkview Terrace | 1 Bedroom & 1 Bathroom | $1,994 |
| Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $2,065 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | $2,475 |
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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 Pet Friendly El Cerrito Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly El Cerrito Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in El Cerrito is $2,210.
What is the largest Pet Friendly El Cerrito Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in El Cerrito is a 960 square feet unit starting from $2,065 at Lantana Hills Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for El Cerrito Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in El Cerrito is currently at 574 sq ft.
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