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The average monthly rent in El Cerrito, San Diego is up 1.17% compared to last month and up 16.13% year-over-year.
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21m ago
5502 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
Assigned parking | Microwave
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,890–$2,790
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1d ago
4560 College Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2 baths
$2,795
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1d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,795
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2d ago
5722 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$1,945
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,795–$2,450
Price drop
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5d+ ago
5865 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
Air conditioning | Dishwasher | Microwave
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,525–$2,795
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Dishwasher
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5d+ ago
5925 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
Air conditioning | Dishwasher | Microwave
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,475–$2,795
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5d+ ago
El Cerrito house for rent in San Diego
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,895
$4,495
Price drop
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5d+ ago
El Cerrito townhouse for rent in San Diego
5444 Mandarin Cv, San Diego, CA 92115
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3 baths
$4,200
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Available Aug 5
5d+ ago
El Cerrito house for rent in San Diego
4247 58th St #1, San Diego, CA 92115
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
1 bath
$3,700
House for rent
Available Apr 14
5d+ ago
El Cerrito house for rent in San Diego
3 beds
1 bath
$3,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
El Cerrito condo for rent in San Diego
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
El Cerrito townhouse for rent in San Diego
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,850
House for rent
Available Jan 16
5d+ ago
El Cerrito apartment for rent in San Diego
5504 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,890
Apartment for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
El Cerrito condo for rent in San Diego
5885 El Cajon Blvd #318, San Diego, CA 92115
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
Condo for rent
Available Jul 22
5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,599
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
4424 4424 & 4454 44th St, San Diego, CA 92115
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,895
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5d+ ago
Colina Del Sol apartment for rent in San Diego
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
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Available Apr 25
5d+ ago
Talmadge apartment for rent in San Diego
2 beds
1 bath
$2,074
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5d+ ago
3635 College Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,699–$1,999
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1d ago
4333 College Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,358
Apartment for rent
18h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
Apartment for rent
2d ago
4–5 beds
2 baths
$4,550–$5,895
Price drop
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5d+ ago
College West house for rent in San Diego
2 beds
1 bath
$2,450
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One-bedroom apartments in El Cerrito average around $1,800 per month in 2025. These units fell 1.0% from the previous year and typically offer about 481 square feet of living space.
Two-bedroom apartments in El Cerrito rent for around $2,600 per month in 2025. Rent for this bedroom type remained relatively stable from 2024, and units average 829 square feet.
Three-bedroom apartments in El Cerrito average around $3,100 per month in 2025. These larger units declined 7.5% from the previous year and offer approximately 1,137 square feet of space.
El Cerrito's rental market averaged around $2,600 per month across all property types in 2025, up 3.0% from 2024. Rent varies by timing, with July seeing the highest prices about 8% above February rates.
Apartments in El Cerrito average 836 square feet across all bedroom types. Studios offer 363 square feet, while three-bedroom units provide the most space at 1,137 square feet.
Two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in El Cerrito, with about 10 listings available monthly. The neighborhood sees approximately 21 total listings per month across all bedroom types.
El Cerrito stands out as a top choice for renters prioritizing environmental sustainability and social living. The neighborhood's focus on eco-friendly practices is evident in its use of non-toxic paint, rainwater harvesting, and waste recycling programs. Many apartments are also constructed with sustainable materials and feature low-flow fixtures, further reducing residents' environmental footprint. With its high walk score and access to parks and recreation, El Cerrito offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities and community engagement. Additionally, the neighborhood's strong social scene is supported by its street infrastructure, neighborhood population, and transit frequency, making it easy to get around and connect with others. Overall, El Cerrito provides a unique blend of eco-conscious living and social connection, making it an attractive option for like-minded renters.
Studio apartments have the lowest availability in El Cerrito, with about 1 listing per month. Three-bedroom units also have limited availability at approximately 6 listings monthly.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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