Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lafayette Meadow Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,500 (33 Rentals)

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858 Rosedale Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

858 Rosedale Ave

858 Rosedale AveLafayette, CA 94549
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Ladera Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ladera Apartments

966 Risa RdLafayette, CA 94549

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Sandpiper Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpiper Apartments

1180 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Lafayette Meadow, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lafayette Meadow Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lafayette Meadow area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at eaves Walnut Creek priced from $1,753. Park Regency Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,765. Here are the most affordable Lafayette Meadow apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$1,753
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,765
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
2323 San Juan AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Park Place ApartmentsJunior 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,975
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom ApartmentsOne Bedroom Partial Reno1BR,1BA$1,999
Avalon Walnut Ridge6031BR,1BA$2,055
The Morgan ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lafayette Meadow, CA

As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lafayette Meadow area is the $2.92 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second in the in the Los Palos neighborhood starting from $3,210. The second greatest value Lafayette Meadow apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath A Model at Park Lafayette starting at $2,430 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Los Palos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lafayette Meadow apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1038 on SecondThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.92
Park Lafayette2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$2.95
Hillside Terrace2x1 A2BR,1BA$3.28
The MeridianOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.97
Lafayette Commons2x1 Deluxe2BR,1BA$3.26
Park Place ApartmentsJunior 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.97
The Retreat at Walnut Creek1 Bed 1 Bath Small1BR,1BA$3.38
Ladera ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$3.38
1054 Stuart St, Unit 10541054 Stuart St1BR,1BA$3.00
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lafayette Meadow, Lafayette, CA

Ranked #8

Among neighborhoods in Lafayette, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Northeast San Francisco, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Lafayette Meadow Neighborhood in Lafayette, CA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lafayette Meadow Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lafayette Meadow?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lafayette Meadow is at Park Regency Apartments listed at $1,765.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lafayette Meadow Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lafayette Meadow Apartment is $1,900 at Diablo Pointe Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lafayette Meadow Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lafayette Meadow is starting from $2,200 at Lafayette Commons.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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