Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (22 Rentals)

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Carmel Pines Senior 55+
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Carmel Pines Senior 55+

1770 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Ming Tree Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

115 Sharene LnWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Ygnacio Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ygnacio Village

1295 Homestead AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Walnut Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Terrace

1340 Mt Pisgah RdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Walnut Creek Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Walnut Creek area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Shutters Apartments priced from $1,665. Park Regency Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,718. Here are the most affordable Downtown Walnut Creek apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shutters ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,665
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,718
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$1,916
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,955

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Walnut Creek, CA

As of March 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Walnut Creek area is the $3.18 price per square foot Manchester Model at The Windsor in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,460. The second greatest value Downtown Walnut Creek apartment is the B1 Model at Westcliffe Trail starting at $2,995 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Walnut Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The WindsorManchester2BR,2BA$3.18
Westcliffe TrailB12BR,1.5BA$3.10
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #122BR,1BA$2.38
Vista Terrace Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.92
Hillside Terrace2x1 A2BR,1BA$3.28
Carmel HouseTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.29
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.87
Walnut Hill1x1 Den1BR,1BA$3.17
The Retreat at Walnut Creek1 Bed 1 Bath Small1BR,1BA$3.26
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$3.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, and the greater San Francisco area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 Downtown Walnut Creek Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Walnut Creek?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Walnut Creek is at Shutters Apartments listed at $1,665.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Walnut Creek Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Walnut Creek Apartment is $1,800 at Shutters Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Walnut Creek Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Walnut Creek is starting from $2,150 at Walnut Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Walnut Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Walnut Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vista Terrace Apartments and starts from $3,400.

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