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
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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.
Explore the City
A statue of Paul Revere can be found in Heritage Park.
Shop at over one hundred retailers inside of the Los Cerritos Center Mall in Cerritos, CA.
Shop for fresh produce and goods at the Cerritos neighborhood weekly Cerritos Farmer's Market.
Take a stroll on the paved paths under the shade of mature trees in Sunshine Park in Cerritos.
Head over to Don Knabe Community Regional Park for a day of fishing.
Cerritos is served by its COW bus system and connects to neighboring cities.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Cerritos, CA is $2,782 for a studio, $2,668 for one bedroom, $3,233 for two bedrooms, and $3,392 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cerritos has decreased by -3.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,668/month
749 Sq Ft
House
$3,726/month
1,281 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,654/month
820 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,331/month
1,022 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Cerritos, CA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
56
/ 100
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.
Minimal Transit
1
/ 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Bikeable
56
/ 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Scores provided by Walk Score
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
Public
Grades K-5
Public
Grades K-5
Cecil B. Stowers Magnet School of International Studies
Public
Grades K-5
Public
Grades K-5
Public
Grades 6-12
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Grades 6-8
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Grades 6-8
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Grades 6-8
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Grades 9-12
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Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 9-12
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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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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22
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1,635
Units
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13
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4 Communities in Cerritos
Advanced Real Estate
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64
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11,802
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29
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3 Communities in Cerritos
L'Abri Management, Inc.
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40
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2,062
Units
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20
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3 Communities in Cerritos
Mashcole Property Management
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51
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2,494
Units
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31
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2 Communities in Cerritos
Jamboree Management
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33
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4,528
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22
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2 Communities in Cerritos
Greystar
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3,490
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959,772
Units
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895
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1 Community 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 February 2026.