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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    11720 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
    1 BED $2,223+
    2 BEDS $2,274+
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    10944 SAN PABLO AVE, EL CERRITO, CA 94530
    1 BED $2,075
    2 BEDS $2,290
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    721 Hillside Avenue, Albany, CA 94706
    3 BEDS $3,400
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    847 Evelyn Ave., Albany, CA 94706
    1 BED $3,000
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    723 S 30Th St (Rear Unit), Richmond, CA 94804
    1 BED $1,750
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  • A living room with a grey sofa and a glass coffee table.
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    57 Lakeshore Court, Richmond, CA 94804
    1 BED $2,300
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a granite countertop.
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    3205 Jetty Drive, Richmond, CA 94804
    3 BEDS $3,600
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    2520 Ohio Ave. - 2601 Center Ave., Richmond, CA 94804
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    2 BEDS $1,439
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    2416-2420 Bissell Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
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  • A black screen with no visible content.
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    166-168 24Th St, Richmond, CA 94804
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  • A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets and a black refrigerator.
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    2100 Nevin Avenue, Richmond, CA 94801
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    STUDIO $1,508
    1 BED $1,717
    2 BEDS $2,045+
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    4935 San Pablo Dam Rd, El Sobrante, CA 94803
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  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a black counter top.
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    1702 Northshore Drive, Richmond, CA 94804
    2 BEDS $3,500
  • A kitchen with white appliances and cabinets.
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    1339 Rose Street, Berkeley, CA 94702
    2 BEDS $2,650
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a window
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    4255 & 4257 & 4259 San Pablo Dam Rd, El Sobrante, CA 94803
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    1620 SAN PABLO AVE, BERKELEY, CA 94702
    STUDIO $100+
  • A blue house with a white garage door.
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    4155 Miflin Ct, El Sobrante, CA 94803
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    1000 Mac Donald Avenue #109, Richmond, CA 94801
    1 BED $1,687+
    2 BEDS $1,662+
    3 BEDS $2,314+
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    4576 Appian Way, El Sobrante, CA 94803
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    1 BED $2,095
    2 BEDS $2,295
  • a red brick building with windows and a flag on top
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    400 Harbour Way, Richmond, CA 94801
    1 BED $1,890
  • 1300 Garvin Avenue Unit B 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    1300 Garvin Avenue Unit B, Richmond, CA 94801
    3 BEDS $2,903
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    1749 Oxford Street, Berkeley, CA 94709
    STUDIO $1,800
    1 BED $1,875
    2 BEDS $2,695
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    1729 Arch Street, Berkeley, CA 94704
    2 BEDS $4,295
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  • 680 Santa Maria Rd 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    680 Santa Maria Rd, El Sobrante, CA 94803
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  • a house with a fire escape on the side of it
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    2363 Le Conte Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94704
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El Cerrito, CA rent trends

Rental prices in El Cerrito, CA have decreased by 0.86% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,657 to $2,635.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in El Cerrito, CA is $2,635.

Average rent in El Cerrito, CA

$2,635/mo El Cerrito, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in El Cerrito, CA is $2,635.

    What's the typical rent budget in El Cerrito, CA?

    About 48% of apartment rents in El Cerrito, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 20% of apartments. Around 31% of East Bay’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 2% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in El Cerrito, CA (48%) fall between $2,501-$3,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in El Cerrito, CA

    25 /100
    Car-Dependent
    34 /100
    Some Transit
    16 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 25, Transit Score®: 34, Bike Score®: 16

    Frequently asked questions

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

    Prices and availability in El Cerrito, CA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in El Cerrito, CA?

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

    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 $2,231 and $3,099.

    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 $2,290 and $3,783.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in El Cerrito, CA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in El Cerrito, CA is between $2,290 and $2,615.

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

    In El Cerrito, 40% of the residents are renting compared to 60% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 11% of El Cerrito’s rentals, 56% 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 age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in El Cerrito are about 19 years old, on average. Of these, 63% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 4 stories. About 79% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 21% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    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.

    Living in El Cerrito, CA

    With an amazing view of the San Francisco Bay to the east, the apartments and houses for rent in El Cerrito, CA, are in a location that's as incredible as its waterside scenery. Renters in El Cerrito are not only 10 miles north of Oakland and 15 miles southwest of San Francisco, but also 40 miles northwest of Fremont, 50 miles northeast of Santa Rosa, 53 miles northwest of San Jose, and 72 miles southwest of Sacramento. The local economy has formed around healthcare and social assistance; manufacturing; and food services. And, the growing small town continues to meet an increased need for hotel rooms, commercial space, and new apartments and houses for rent.

    Renting in El Cerrito, CA

    Renters in El Cerrito tend to be well-educated professionals with tech backgrounds looking to commute to the San Francisco Bay Area's many tech companies. To better accommodate renters, El Cerrito has major multi-million-dollar projects underway to revitalize the downtown, midtown and uptown areas running from San Pablo Avenue to Eastshore Boulevard. These projects include new residential districts and affordable senior apartment rentals on San Pablo Avenue and new townhomes for rent on El Dorado Street. Meanwhile, the pricier rentals are on the south side of town closest to the San Francisco Bay, while the less expensive houses and apartments are for rent to the west. Renters will find El Cerrito to be very walkable. Specifically, the Ohlone Greenway is a beautiful hiking trail extending four miles through the East Bay Area throughout San Pablo Avenue and Richmond Street. Renters especially enjoy visiting the large Contra Costa County Library.

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    Shopping in El Cerrito, CA

    Renters in El Cerrito have a lot of options for day-to-day shopping and grocery runs. For instance, the Pacific East Mall is the most popular shopping destination when renting in El Cerrito, followed by the Cerrito Galleria and Del Norte. Big-brand stores when renting in El Cerrito include Target, CVS, Ross, Marshalls and various dollar stores. Rentals in El Cerrito are also near grocery stores like Safeway; FoodMaxx; Foods Co.; Super Save Market; Arlington Market; Smart & Final Extra!; and other options, some of which are in the neighboring small town of Richmond, just minutes away. Otherwise, when eating out, renters recommend local favorites, such as Los Moles; Brasil Bistro; and Larb Thai Food & Tapas.

    Transportation in El Cerrito, CA

    Renters are served by two Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) train stations - El Cerrito Plaza and El Cerrito del Norte. Getting to San Francisco from El Cerrito takes about 35 minutes using public transportation. To do so, renters take the Orange BART Line from El Cerrito to MacArthur Station, where the Yellow BART Line will take them the rest of the way into the city. The Orange BART Line can also take renters into Oakland within 20 minutes. If so desired, renters can also take a Greyhound bus from Oakland to reach San Jose within two hours of leaving El Cerrito. Finally, the nearest airport to El Cerrito is Oakland International Airport (20 miles south).

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