Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Lakewood Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (16 Rentals)

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Carmel Pines Senior 55+
1 Bedroom Apartments

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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Walnut Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Terrace

1340 Mt Pisgah RdWalnut Creek, CA 94596

Lower Lakewood, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower Lakewood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Lakewood 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 $1,733. Here are the most affordable Lower Lakewood apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shutters ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,665
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,733
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Newell Vista Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,950
Avalon Walnut CreekS2-2-A01-408Studio,1BA$2,045

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Lakewood, CA

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Lakewood area is the $2.38 price per square foot 2B/ 1B #12 Model at Walnut Creek Apartments in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Lower Lakewood apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at Vista Terrace Apartments starting at $2,600 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Lakewood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #122BR,1BA$2.38
Vista Terrace Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.92
The Retreat at Walnut CreekStudio ExecStudio ,1BA$3.34
Ygnacio VillageB12BR,1BA$3.09
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.87
Walnut Hill1x1 Den1BR,1BA$3.17
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah1BR,1BA$3.40
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$3.19
Reserve at Walnut Creek0X1AStudio ,1BA$3.51
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.22

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lower Lakewood, Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #38

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Lower Lakewood Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Lakewood Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower Lakewood?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower Lakewood is at Shutters Apartments listed at $1,665.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Lakewood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Lakewood Apartment is $1,800 at Shutters Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower Lakewood Apartment for rent?

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

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