Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parkmead Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (32 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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Sandpiper Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpiper Apartments

1180 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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Ygnacio Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ygnacio Village

1295 Homestead AveWalnut 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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Carmel House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel House

1756 Carmel DrWalnut 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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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Parkmead Area, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Parkmead Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Parkmead Area area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Shutters Apartments priced from $1,665. FOUR SEASONS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Parkmead Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shutters ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,665
FOUR SEASONSA - STUDIO 462Studio,1BA$1,850
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Ygnacio VillageA11BR,1BA$1,924
Newell Vista Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,950
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom ApartmentsOne Bedroom Partial Reno1BR,1BA$1,950
Alpine ParkStudio 5Studio,1BA$1,995
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony2BR,2BA$2,000
Reserve at Walnut Creek0X1AStudio,1BA$2,122

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parkmead Area, CA

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Parkmead Area area is the $3.09 price per square foot Plan B-3 Model at Lafayette Highlands in the in the Stanley neighborhood starting from $3,241. The second greatest value Parkmead Area apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Castlewood Apartments starting at $2,695 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Parkmead Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lafayette HighlandsPlan B-32BR,2BA$3.09
Castlewood ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.99
Vista Terrace Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.92
The MeridianTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.76
Creekside Terrace2BD, 1BTH2BR,1BA$2.92
Ygnacio VillageB12BR,1BA$3.09
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.87
Newell Vista Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.79
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.96
1480 Creekside Dr, Unit A2041480 Creekside Dr1BR,2BA$3.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Parkmead Area, Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #21

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Best Local Schools in
Parkmead Area, Walnut Creek, CA

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Parkmead Area, Walnut Creek, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Northeast San Francisco. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Parkmead Area Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

36 / 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 Parkmead Area Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Parkmead Area?

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

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Parkmead Area Apartment?

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

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Parkmead Area Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Parkmead Area is starting from $2,000 at Birchwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable Parkmead Area Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Parkmead Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak & Iron and starts from $3,185.

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