Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Pablo, CA from $500 (12 Rentals)

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Kona Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kona Apartments

2645 Church LnSan Pablo, CA 94806
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Chesley Mutual Housing
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chesley Mutual Housing

802 Chesley AveRichmond, CA 94801
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Monterey Pines
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Monterey Pines

680 37th StRichmond, CA 94805
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2601 Center Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2601 Center Ave

2601 Center AveRichmond, CA 94804
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144 13th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

144 13th St

144 13th StRichmond, CA 94801
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San Pablo, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available San Pablo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Pablo, CA is a Studio unit found at Terraces at Nevin in the Cortez neighborhood priced from $1,331. Westridge at Hilltop Apartments in the Devon Square neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,401. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Pablo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terraces at NevinStudio type CStudio,1BA$1,331
Westridge at Hilltop ApartmentsOne Bedroom 50% AMI - Income Restricted1BR,1BA$1,401
Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Afforordable Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,650
Rumrill Place Apartment2BR2BR,1BA$1,750
Heritage Grove Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Pablo, CA

As of October 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Pablo area is the $1.88 price per square foot 709 Phanor Dr Model at 709 Phanor Dr in the in the Tara Hills neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value San Pablo apartment is the 301 Nevin Ave Model at 301 Nevin Ave, Unit Unit B Upstairs starting at $2,500 with a $2.48 price per square foot in the Atchison Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Pablo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
709 Phanor Dr709 Phanor DrStudio ,1BA$1.88
301 Nevin Ave, Unit Unit B Upstairs301 Nevin Ave2BR,1BA$2.48
2822 14th St, Unit 12822 14th St2BR,1BA$2.61
1936 22nd St, Unit Unit #11936 22nd St2BR,1.5BA$2.82
Casa Ensenada Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.49
Casa del Sol2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.46
Bella Vista at HilltopAvalon1BR,1BA$2.67
Baycliff ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2.59
Heritage Park at Hilltop| 55+ Senior Afforordable Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.73
4666 San Pablo Dam Rd, Unit 144666 San Pablo Dam Rd1BR,1BA$2.92

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San Pablo Overview

Known by locals as 'the City of New Directions', San Pablo is a welcoming and 'little big city' nestled in the heart of California. At just under 3 square miles in size and boasting almost 30,000 residents, this idyllic west coast city makes a charming homestead for anyone considering a move to sunny California.

Why live in San Pablo, CA?

Home to both the Doctor's Medical Center as well as San Pablo College, this quaint and bustling Cali city has much to offer a variety of lifestyles and budgets. Within reach of the scenic coastline of the west, and heavy on amenities and local shopping options, apartments in San Pablo make a fantastic way to get aquainted with California. 

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Getting Around San Pablo, CA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Pablo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Pablo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Pablo is at Terraces at Nevin listed at $1,331.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Pablo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Pablo Apartment is $1,401 at Westridge at Hilltop Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Pablo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Pablo is starting from $1,750 at Rumrill Place Apartment.

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