
Cheap Homes for Rent in El Cerrito Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,700 (7 Rentals)
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4624 59th St

6323-6325 Montezuma Rd
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5438 Gilbert Dr

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5885 El Cajon Blvd
El Cerrito, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in El Cerrito?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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El Cerrito 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,715 | $2,500 | $2,995 |
El Cerrito 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,860 | $3,290 | $7,900 |
El Cerrito 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,795 | $4,795 | $4,795 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the El Cerrito Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available El Cerrito Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 1BR,1BA | $2,065 |
Campus Village Apartments | Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Near SDSU - Clo... | 3BR,2BA | $2,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Cerrito area is the $3.08 price per square foot Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Near SDSU - Clo... Model at Campus Village Apartments in the in the College West neighborhood starting from $2,925. The second greatest value El Cerrito apartment is the 5831 Adelaide Ave Model at 5831 Adelaide Ave starting at $2,100 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the College West 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 | Spacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Near SDSU - Clo... | 3BR,2BA | $3.08 |
5831 Adelaide Ave | 5831 Adelaide Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
4435 College Ave, Unit 4441 | 4435 College Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.62 |
Lantana Hills Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Garage | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
4431 College Ave, Unit 4431 | 4431 College Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about El Cerrito
What type of rentals are currently available in El Cerrito?
There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in El Cerrito, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,450 to $2,649. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Cerrito ranging from $1,788 to $7,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Cerrito?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Cerrito ranges from $1,788 to $7,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,620.
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