Brookside
5600 Orangethorpe Ave,
La Palma, CA 90623
$2,190 - $2,765
1-2 Beds
Cerritos
Cerritos, CA
Area Guide
A hidden gem between Los Angeles and Long Beach
Suburban
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Family-Friendly
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Diverse
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Active
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Scenic
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Located in the heart of the Los Angeles Basin, Cerritos is a scenic suburb covered in lush greenery. Cerritos has long enjoyed sustained growth due to its central location and innovative atmosphere, boasting the country’s first solar-heated City Hall. Families are particularly drawn to Cerritos for its excellent school district, numerous parks, and its landmark library.
The renowned Cerritos Library features 300,000 books in addition to museum-grade exhibits, a large aquarium, and a spacious conference center. Residents also delight in access to a wide variety of live performances at the world-class Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. Recreational opportunities abound at Cerritos’ 28 parks and recreation facilities, including the popular Heritage Park and Don Knabe Community Regional Park.
Cerritos is home to an array of diverse eateries, offering something for every taste. Shopping, dining, and entertainment options are plentiful at the sprawling Cerritos Towne Center. Metropolitan amenities are just a short drive away in nearby Los Angeles and Long Beach, which are easily accessible via the 5, 605, and 91 Freeways.
Rent Trends
As of September 2025, the average apartment rent in Cerritos, CA is $2,737 for a studio, $2,766 for one bedroom, $3,265 for two bedrooms, and $3,495 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cerritos has increased by 2.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,766/month
747 Sq Ft
House
$3,739/month
1,500 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,635/month
955 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,980/month
920 Sq Ft
Transportation
56
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
2
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
56
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-6
626 Students
Public
Grades K-6
738 Students
Public
Grades K-6
569 Students
Public
Grades K-6
531 Students
Carver (Charles J.) Elementary
Public
Grades K-6
529 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
1,010 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
601 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
461 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
534 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,242 Students
Public
Grades 7-12
1,010 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,682 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- El Dorado Nature Center
- El Dorado East Regional Park
- Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden
- Colorado Lagoon
- Children's Museum at La Habra
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
- John Wayne/Orange County
Top Apartments in Cerritos
Houses for Rent in Cerritos
Property Management Companies in Cerritos, CA
Main Street Management
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21
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1,401
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12
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5 Communities in Cerritos
L'Abri Management, Inc.
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42
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2,233
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20
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4 Communities in Cerritos
Advanced Management Company
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63
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11,665
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28
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3 Communities in Cerritos
Positive Investments, Inc.
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44
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3,651
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30
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2 Communities in Cerritos
Mashcole Property Management
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32
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1,662
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22
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2 Communities in Cerritos
Jamboree Management
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28
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4,401
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18
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2 Communities in Cerritos
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.