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1 BED$1,100Sunrise Apartments
1620 W Euclid Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$1,3501219 Manuel Ortiz Ave Unit 2
1219 Manuel Ortiz Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$985547 W Olive Ave Unit 547 W Olive Ave El Centro
547 W Olive Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 -
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,300Base Rent$1,300 - $1,375Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,300 - $1,375321 W Orange Ave
321 W Orange Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,450Base Rent$1,450Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,4501508 W Orange Avenue
1508 W Orange Avenue, El Centro, CA 92243 -
Rent SpecialTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$1,300Base Rent$1,300Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,300
558 S 2nd St Unit Apartment 15
558 S 2nd St, El Centro, CA 92243 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,500839 W Orange Ave Unit Apt 2
839 W Orange Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 -
1 BED, 1 BATH$1,000495 W Commercial Ave Unit 2
495 W Commercial Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 -
1 BED$1,083Regency Park Apts
1531 W Ross Ave, El Centro, CA 92243
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El Centro, CA Apartments for Rent
El Centro is the most populous city in California's Imperial Valley and holds the distinction of being the largest U.S. city located entirely below sea level. Founded in 1906 as the county seat of Imperial County, this desert city sits less than 20 miles from the Mexican border and serves as a regional hub for commerce and transportation. Those searching for apartments for rent in El Centro will discover affordable housing options in a city that offers convenient access to both San Diego, about 110 miles west, and the bustling border city of Mexicali just minutes away.
Renting in El Centro appeals to those seeking lower housing costs compared to other California markets, with average rents significantly below the state median. The city's compact 12-square-mile area makes it easy to navigate, and residents benefit from proximity to local shopping centers, dining establishments, and essential services concentrated in the downtown area. Major transportation routes including Interstate 8 and State Route 111 provide connections to larger metropolitan areas, making El Centro a practical choice for commuters working throughout the Imperial Valley region. The city's location also offers access to outdoor recreation opportunities in the surrounding desert landscape and nearby Imperial Sand Dunes.
Renting in El Centro
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- 1 Bedroom 601 Sq Ft $1,168 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 854 Sq Ft $1,363 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 907 Sq Ft $1,611 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in El Centro
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Sunset Villa 454 Sq Ft $1,125/mo
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