Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Centro, CA

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Average Rent Trends in El Centro, CA

Rent in El Centro, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Aug 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jul 2025$1,550
Aug 2025$1,900
Sep 2025$1,495
Oct 2025$1,500
Nov 2025$1,600
Dec 2025$1,600
Jan 2026$1,495
Feb 2026$1,475
Mar 2026$1,400
Apr 2026$1,425
May 2026$1,575
Jun 2026$1,300
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,050$1,650$1,950$2,300$1,300
Townhomes$1,300$1,495——$1,300
Apartments and Condos$950$1,100——$1,050
Houses$800$1,795$1,950$2,300$2,000
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in El Centro, CA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in El Centro, CA?
    The average rent of an apartment in El Centro, CA is $1,050 per month. This is about 46% lower than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a house in El Centro, CA?
    The average rent of a house in El Centro, CA is $2,000 per month. This is about 3% higher than the national average.
  • What is the average rent of a townhome in El Centro, CA?
    The average rent of a townhome in El Centro, CA is $1,300 per month. This is about 33% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent cheapest in El Centro, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in El Centro, CA was lowest in May 2025 when it was $1,375 per month.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in El Centro, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in El Centro, CA was highest in Aug 2025 when it was $1,900 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in El Centro, CA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in El Centro, CA is $1,050 per month. That is about $225 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many available rental listings are in El Centro, CA?
    There are 35 available rental listings in El Centro, CA.
  • What are some neighborhoods in El Centro, CA?
    Some neighborhoods in El Centro, CA include: Seeley, El Centro Naval Air Facility.
  • What are some zip codes in El Centro, CA?
    El Centro, CA includes zip codes such as: 92243, 92273, 92244.
  • What are some cities near El Centro, CA?
    Some nearby cities include: Calexico, Imperial, Heber, Brawley, Ocotillo. These cities may have more rental options to explore.