El Cerrito, CA Rent History
65 months of data, 2021–2026. 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
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $2,333/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 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.