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

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El Cerrito, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available El Cerrito Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lantana Hills Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath Garage1BR,1BA$2,065
Campus Village ApartmentsSpacious 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Campus Village ApartmentsSpacious 3 Bed 2 Bath Apartment Near SDSU - Clo...3BR,2BA$3.08
5831 Adelaide Ave5831 Adelaide Ave2BR,1BA$2.80
4435 College Ave, Unit 44414435 College Ave2BR,1BA$3.62
Lantana Hills Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath Garage1BR,1BA$3.18
4431 College Ave, Unit 44314431 College Ave1BR,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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