Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parkmead Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (30 Rentals)

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Sandpiper Apartments
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Sandpiper Apartments

1180 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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Ming Tree Apartments
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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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Ygnacio Village
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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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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 FOUR SEASONS priced from $1,850. Castlewood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Parkmead Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
FOUR SEASONSA - STUDIO 462Studio,1BA$1,850
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
2323 San Juan AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Creekside Terrace1BD, 1BTH1BR,1BA$1,950
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,955
The Retreat at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$1,992
Alpine ParkStudio 5Studio,1BA$1,995
Park Place Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,995
Bridge at Walnut Creek1X1B1BR,1BA$2,096

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parkmead Area, CA

As of April 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Parkmead Area area is the $2.90 price per square foot Plan C Model at Lafayette Highlands in the in the Stanley neighborhood starting from $3,771. The second greatest value Parkmead Area 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 Parkmead Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lafayette HighlandsPlan C3BR,2BA$2.90
Westcliffe TrailB12BR,1.5BA$3.10
Vista Terrace Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.99
Shutters Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.58
Hillside Terrace2x1 A2BR,1BA$3.28
The MeridianOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.90
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah1BR,1BA$3.31
Creekside Terrace1BD, 1BTH1BR,1BA$3.00
Ygnacio VillageA11BR,1BA$3.10
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Parkmead Area, Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #20

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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 FOUR SEASONS listed at $1,850.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Parkmead Area Apartment is $1,950 at Creekside Terrace.

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 $2,195 at Shutters 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 Vista Terrace Apartments and starts from $3,350.

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