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Highlights
- Refreshing swimming pool
- Friendly and professional management
Location
1201 Liberty St, El Cerrito, CA 94530, USA
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Property Overview
Liberty South Apartments is rated highly with an overall score of 8.3 out of 10, reflecting its strong appeal for renters. The property features a refreshing swimming pool and excellent management, while achieving top marks for pricing, location, and amenities. With a prime location just 0.48 miles from a top-ranked middle school, it offers a well-rounded living experience marked by convenience and quality.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $2,500–$2,550 /mo | 3 units available | You can truly have the lifestyle you deserve! Our centrally located apartment homes are conveniently located close to public transportation (BART), dining and great shopping. Private Patios and Balconies Just Minutes to Bart Secured Parking Friendly and Professional Management Refreshing Swimming Pool Onsite 24 Hour Management Fantastic Location near dining and great shopping! https my matterport com show ?m=6NP1Fnekii4 | ||
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | $2,950 /mo | 1 unit available | https my matterport com show ?m=so1YrbQBDcn |
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About Liberty South Apartments
You can truly have the lifestyle you deserve! Our centrally located apartment homes are conveniently located close to public transportation (BART), dining and great shopping. Private Patios and Balconies Just Minutes to Bart Secured Parking Friendly and Professional Management Refreshing Swimming Pool Onsite 24 Hour Management Fantastic Location near dining and great shopping! https my matterport com show ?m=6NP1Fnekii4
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Liberty South Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Liberty South Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Liberty South Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Liberty South Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Liberty South Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Liberty South Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Liberty South Apartments provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Liberty South Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
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Rent trends in El Cerrito
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Liberty South Apartments to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in El Cerrito.
3-bedroom apartments at Liberty South Apartments cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in El Cerrito.
Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
El Cerrito
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $2,000 |
| May 2024 | $1,905 |
| June 2024 | $2,087 |
| July 2024 | $2,090 |
| August 2024 | $2,095 |
| October 2024 | $2,084 |
| November 2024 | $2,084 |
| December 2024 | $1,930 |
| January 2025 | $1,941 |
| February 2025 | $1,992 |
| March 2025 | $2,002 |
| April 2025 | $2,010 |
| May 2025 | $1,927 |
| June 2025 | $2,085 |
| July 2025 | $2,095 |
| September 2025 | $2,386 |
| October 2025 | $2,428 |
| November 2025 | $2,351 |
| December 2025 | $2,387 |
| January 2026 | $2,262 |
| February 2026 | $2,190 |
| March 2026 | $2,147 |
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Can I afford to live at 1201 Liberty St?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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$100,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $100,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,500.
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Schools near Liberty South Apartments
Balboa Children's Center
1001 s 57th st
richmond, CA, 94804
PKPublic
Fairmont Elementary School
724 kearney st
el cerrito, CA, 94530
K-6Public
B-
West County Mandarin
1575 mann dr
pinole, CA, 94564
K-6Public
B
Vista Virtual Academy
2625 barnard rd
san pablo, CA, 94806
K-12Public
B+
Canyon Elementary School
187 pinehurst rd
canyon, CA, 94516
K-8Public
A
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Getting around El Cerrito near 1201 Liberty St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1201 Liberty St, El Cerrito
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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