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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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Cerrito Studio Apartments | $1,269 | $850 | $1,688 |
| El Cerrito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $1,450 | $2,085 |
| El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,343 | $2,245 | $2,795 |
| El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,905 | $2,795 | $7,237 |
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the El Cerrito Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
See all Apartments in San DiegoThe 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 $1,895. 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 | $1,895 |
| Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | $2,065 |
| Campus Village Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | $2,475 |
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The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in El Cerrito is $2,175.
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.
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in El Cerrito is currently at 592 sq ft.
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