Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Walnut Knolls Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (29 Rentals)

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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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Ming Tree Apartments
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Ming Tree Apartments

115 Sharene LnWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Carmel House
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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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Walnut Knolls, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Walnut Knolls Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Walnut Knolls 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 Walnut Knolls apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shutters ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,665
FOUR SEASONSA - STUDIO 462Studio,1BA$1,850
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,955
Alpine ParkStudio 5Studio,1BA$1,995
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony2BR,2BA$2,000
Reserve at Walnut Creek0X1AStudio,1BA$2,101
The BouldersStudioStudio,1BA$2,150
The Retreat at Walnut Creek1 Bed 1 Bath Small1BR,1BA$2,154

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Knolls, CA

As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Walnut Knolls 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 Walnut Knolls 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 Walnut Knolls 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
Vista Terrace Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.92
Hillside Terrace2x1 A2BR,1BA$3.28
Ygnacio VillageB12BR,1BA$3.09
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.87
Walnut Hill1x1 Den1BR,1BA$3.17
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.96
The Retreat at Walnut Creek1 Bed 1 Bath Small1BR,1BA$3.28
1480 Creekside Dr, Unit A2041480 Creekside Dr1BR,2BA$3.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Walnut Knolls, Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #24

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

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Getting Around the Walnut Knolls Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

33 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Walnut Knolls Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Walnut Knolls?

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

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

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

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

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

What is the most affordable Walnut Knolls Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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