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When were prices and availability in El Cerrito, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in El Cerrito, CA were last updated on 15 Oct 2026.

What are the best apartments in El Cerrito, CA?

The best apartments in El Cerrito, CA are: Del Norte Place Apartment Homes, CIVIC PLAZA APARTMENTS, Elora and Ohlone Gardens.

What is the average rent in El Cerrito, CA?

The average rent in El Cerrito, CA is $2,658.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in El Cerrito, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in El Cerrito, CA is between $2,977 and $3,794.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in El Cerrito, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in El Cerrito, CA is between $2,977 and $3,794.

What type of rental buildings are in El Cerrito, CA?

In El Cerrito, 39% of the residents are renting compared to 61% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 14% of El Cerrito's rentals, 53% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 32% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in El Cerrito, CA?

The average age of rental buildings in El Cerrito is 19 years old, with 63% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 4 stories, of which 79% are garden-style apartment communities, 21% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in El Cerrito, CA?

Studio apartments in El Cerrito are around 5% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 50% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 42% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

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