El Cerrito, CA Rent History

65 months of data, 20212026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-07)
$2,730
1-year change
+11.7%
$285/mo
5-year change
+14.8%
$352/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in El Cerrito

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2021
2021$2,333/mo0.0%
2022$2,520/mo+8.0%+8.0%
2023$2,497/mo-0.9%+7.0%
2024$2,618/mo+4.8%+12.2%
2025$2,398/mo-8.4%+2.8%
2026$2,651/mo+10.6%+13.6%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in El Cerrito changed since 2021?

Median rent in El Cerrito, CA was $2,331 in 2021-03 and is $2,730 as of 2026-07 — a change of $399 per month over 5 years.

How much has El Cerrito rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in El Cerrito, CA has changed +14.8% ($352 per month). The current median is $2,730.

Is rent in El Cerrito going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in El Cerrito, CA has increased +11.7% ($285/mo). Current median: $2,730.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.