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The Village at Town Center

6410 Schmidt Lane, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Property Summary

Located in El Cerrito, this three-story apartment community was built in 2006. Residents benefit from a range of interior features, including 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and kitchens equipped with stainless steel appliances. Many homes provide private outdoor space via a balcony or patio, and all units include an in-unit washer and dryer. The community grounds are gated and feature a fitness center for resident use. The property is pet-friendly, welcoming both cats and dogs, and offers additional storage options and covered parking for an extra monthly fee.

Three things to know

7% higher than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi

$2,460 to start, vs a median of $2,300 (within 3 mi).

Source · 183 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

cats and dogs allowed

Cats: cost not disclosed. Dogs: cost not disclosed.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 17, 2026

Parking is charged separately

The listed monthly charge is $15/mo on top of rent.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Available units

Checked 19 hours ago

  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 710 ft² · Unit D211
    Available Oct 23
    $2,460/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 710 ft² · Unit C207
    Available Oct 22
    $2,520/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 710 ft² · Unit C202
    Available Now
    $2,560/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 710 ft² · Unit D101
    Available Now
    $2,580/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 962 ft² · Unit C206
    Available Now
    $2,995/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 962 ft² · Unit C212
    Available Sep 26
    $3,010/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 962 ft² · Unit B309
    Available Now
    $3,020/mo
  • 2 bd · 2 ba · 962 ft² · Unit D206
    Available Sep 26
    $3,060/mo

How the rent compares

This building, 1 bd$2,460
Within 3 mi median$2,300

Source · 183 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 comparisonBelow average

7% higher than the 1-bedroom median within 3 mi

Source · 183 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Transit accessAverage

0.8 mi straight-line distance to El Cerrito Del Norte

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

Building ageFact

Built in 2006

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026 · Rentable · checked Aug 15, 2026

In-unit laundryStrong

In-unit laundry listed

Source · Rentable · checked Aug 15, 2026

ParkingExtra cost

Priced separately at $15/mo

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Amenities

  • Pantry
  • Dining Room
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Gated
  • Freezer
  • Package Service
  • Maintenance On Site
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Window Coverings
  • Online Services
  • Microwave
  • Air Conditioning
  • Carpet
  • Fitness Center
  • Loft Layout
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Den
  • Dishwasher

Policies & Fees

Pet Policy
Dogs✓ Allowed
Cats✓ Allowed

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 17, 2026

Fees & Deposits
One-time fees
Application fee$49
Monthly fees
Storage$50/mo
Garage parking$15/mo

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

Reviews

Review Summary
  • Residents appreciate the responsive maintenance team.
  • However, several residents report issues with broken gates, security deposit disputes, and noise.
  • The property also faces concerns about potential parking garage conversions.
  • 2.2 stars across 32 reviews.
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A
8 months ago
Google
The village apartments is a quiet place to stay and has a great maintenance team. Donnie is a gem to the maintenance team at the village. He is very diligent, fast, and manages to accomplish all task ...
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Alyssa S
a year ago
Google
I lived here for 2 years and moved out after the second time they raised the rent. Honestly, it's not a terrible place to live. I liked the space of my apartment overall, we had gated entry (although ...

What's Around

  • Transit
    El Cerrito Del Norte · 0.8 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    Lucky · 0.2 mi
  • Dining
    70 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    Mendocino Park · 0.2 mi
  • University
    UC Berkeley · 4.1 mi

Nearby Schools

Questions renters ask about this building

Is parking included in the rent?

No — the fee schedule lists parking separately at $15/mo.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026

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 17, 2026

Is there in-unit laundry?

Yes — in-unit laundry is listed.

Source · Rentable · checked Aug 15, 2026

How close is the nearest rail station?

El Cerrito Del Norte is 0.8 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.

Source · Transit map coordinates

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