
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Happy Valley Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (39 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Happy Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Happy Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,994 | $2,095 | $3,594 |
Happy Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,431 | $2,620 | $4,199 |
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There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Happy Valley Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available Happy Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Happy Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Morgan Apartments priced from $1,995. Ladera Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Happy Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Ladera Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,530 |
Park Lafayette | 2 Bed 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $2,620 |
3448 OHC | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,650 |
Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,499 |
Lafayette Highlands | Plan C | 3BR,2BA | $3,771 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Happy Valley, CA
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Happy Valley area is the $2.90 price per square foot Plan C Model at Lafayette Highlands in the in the Stanley neighborhood starting from $3,771. The second greatest value Happy Valley apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second starting at $3,210 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Los Palos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Happy Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Lafayette Highlands | Plan C | 3BR,2BA | $2.90 |
1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.54 |
Park Lafayette | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
3433 Golden Gate Way, Unit 3 | 3433 Golden Gate Way | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
3448 OHC | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.79 |
Ladera Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHappy Valley, Lafayette, CA
Ranked #27
Among neighborhoods in Lafayette, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Happy Valley Neighborhood in Lafayette, CA
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
20 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Happy Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Happy Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Happy Valley Apartment is $1,895 at The Morgan Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Happy Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Happy Valley is starting from $2,620 at Park Lafayette.
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