El Cerrito, CA Rent History
67 months of data, 2021–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).
Today (2026-09)
$2,551
1-year change
+6.0%
$144/mo
5-year change
+16.2%
$356/mo
Monthly rent trend
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Year-by-year rent in El Cerrito
| Year | Median rent | YoY change | vs 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $2,138/mo | — | 0.0% |
| 2022 | $2,315/mo | +8.3% | +8.3% |
| 2023 | $2,287/mo | -1.2% | +7.0% |
| 2024 | $2,395/mo | +4.7% | +12.0% |
| 2025 | $2,389/mo | -0.3% | +11.7% |
| 2026 | $2,434/mo | +1.9% | +13.8% |
Frequently asked questions
How much has rent in El Cerrito changed since 2021?
Median rent in El Cerrito, CA was $2,133 in 2021-03 and is $2,551 as of 2026-09 — a change of $418 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 +16.2% ($356 per month). The current median is $2,551.
Is rent in El Cerrito going up or down year over year?
Year over year, median rent in El Cerrito, CA has increased +6.0% ($144/mo). Current median: $2,551.