El Cerrito CA Apartments

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Average Rent Trends in El Cerrito, CA

Rent in El Cerrito, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent for a apartment increased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for apartments peaked in Jun 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Jul 2025$2,461
Aug 2025$2,430
Sep 2025$2,301
Oct 2025$2,398
Nov 2025$2,392
Dec 2025$2,348
Jan 2026$2,448
Feb 2026$2,341
Mar 2026$2,418
Apr 2026$2,450
May 2026$2,339
Jun 2026$2,392
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In July 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$2,250$2,550$3,495$5,295$2,550
Townhomes—$3,100——$3,100
Apartments and Condos$2,083$2,450$3,795—$2,350
Houses—$3,350$4,200$5,295$3,750
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Frequently Asked Questions about Apartments and Condos for rent in El Cerrito, CA

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in El Cerrito, CA?
    The average rent of an apartment in El Cerrito, CA is $2,509 per month. This is about 29% higher than the national average.
  • When is the average rent for an apartment cheapest in El Cerrito, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in El Cerrito, CA was lowest in Sep 2025 when it was $2,301 per month.
  • When is the average rent for an apartment most expensive in El Cerrito, CA?
    In the last year, the average rent in El Cerrito, CA was highest in Jun 2025 when it was $2,677 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in El Cerrito, CA?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in El Cerrito, CA is $2,321 per month. That is about $12 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • How many apartments or condos are available to rent in El Cerrito, CA?
    There are 35 available apartments or condos to rent in El Cerrito, CA.
  • What are some cities near El Cerrito, CA?
    Some nearby cities include: Kensington, Albany, El Sobrante, Berkeley, Richmond. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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