
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (25 Rentals)
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Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Walnut Creek?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Walnut Creek Studio Apartments | $2,289 | $1,595 | $2,978 |
Downtown Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,720 | $1,662 | $7,734 |
Downtown Walnut Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,514 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
Downtown Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,193 | $3,350 | $9,400 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at eaves Walnut Creek priced from $1,662. Park Regency Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,821. Here are the most affordable Downtown Walnut Creek apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $1,662 |
Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,821 |
Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,955 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Walnut Creek, CA
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Walnut Creek area is the $2.86 price per square foot 3x2C Model at Vista Terrace Apartments in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Downtown Walnut Creek apartment is the Plan 1C Model at The Mercer starting at $3,615 with a $3.39 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Vista Terrace Apartments | 3x2C | 3BR,2BA | $2.86 |
The Mercer | Plan 1C | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.39 |
Westcliffe Trail | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.16 |
Walnut Creek Apartments | 2B/ 1B #47 | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Shutters Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Hillside Terrace | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 Park Regency Apartments listed at $1,821.
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 $1,662 at eaves Walnut Creek.
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 $3,350.
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