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CIVIC PLAZA APARTMENTS

10944 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Property Summary

This garden-style community in El Cerrito offers one and two-bedroom apartments featuring open-concept living areas, hardwood floors, and vaulted ceilings. Kitchens are appointed with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Select homes include private balconies or patios, and third-floor units feature fireplaces. Residents have access to community amenities including a pool, spa, fitness center, and picnic area. The community is pet-friendly, with on-site management and maintenance services available. Located near Interstate 80 and the local BART station, the community provides convenient access to the surrounding Bay Area.

Renter brief

At the source check, 3 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom to 2-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,175/mo.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Available units

Checked yesterday

  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 674 ft²
    Available Now
    $2,175/mo
  • 2 bd · 1 ba · 821 ft²
    Available Now
    $2,290/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 841 ft²
    Available Now
    $2,515/mo

How the rent compares

This building, 1 bd$2,175
Within 3 mi median$2,195

Source · 143 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Renter facts, criterion by criterion

No overall grade — each row reflects only the fact and source shown.

Rent comparisonAverage

Within 1% of the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi

Source · 143 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Transit accessAverage

0.6 mi straight-line distance to El Cerrito Del Norte

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

Building ageFact

Built in 1988

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

In-unit laundryNot offered

Shared laundry on site

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance On Site
  • Spa
  • Fitness Center
  • Picnic Area
  • Pool

Policies & Fees

Pet Policy
Dogs✓ Allowed
Cats✓ Allowed

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Fees & Deposits
One-time fees
Application fee$25

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Reviews

Review Summary
  • Residents appreciate the convenient location and helpful staff.
  • However, several complaints mention poor upkeep of the grounds and noise issues due to thin walls.
  • There are also reports of mold and theft.
  • 4.1 stars across 20 reviews.
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Ratana Hay
a year ago
Google
We had a wonderful stay at Civic Plaza from Feb 2023 to Sep 2024. It is in close proximity to the Bart and grocery stores such as Safeway and Lucky. The Ohlone walkway is just right behind. The cool b...
M
Ms Blis
3 months ago
Google
I went to visit someone who lives in this apartment complex, I noticed a lot about the upkeep of the outside areas and etc. trash is normally thrown on ground in trash area and overfilled, the bushes ...

What's Around

  • Transit
    El Cerrito Del Norte · 0.6 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    Amadeus Trading Co. · 0.1 mi
  • Dining
    66 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    Castro Park · 0.3 mi
  • University
    UC Berkeley · 4.3 mi

Nearby Schools

Questions renters ask about this building

Are pets allowed, and what do they cost?

The listing says cats are allowed; cat costs were not disclosed; dogs are allowed; dog costs were not disclosed.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Is there in-unit laundry?

The listing reports shared laundry; it does not list an installed in-unit washer/dryer.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

How close is the nearest rail station?

El Cerrito Del Norte is 0.6 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.

Source · Transit map coordinates

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