
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA (38 Rentals)


Alwell Apartments

The Overlook at Walnut Creek

Vaya

The Boulders

IMT Pleasant Hill

Walnut Hill

Park Regency Apartments

Castlewood Apartments
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The Boulevard

Waymark

Diablo Oaks Apartments

The Grove at Walnut Creek

eaves Walnut Creek

Avalon Walnut Creek
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Spring Meadow

Terrace Apartments

Atrium Downtown

1716 Lofts

The 1960

Carmel House

15Fifty5
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Avalon Walnut Ridge

1411 Marchbanks Dr

300 N Civic Dr

1600 Carmel Dr

2560 Walnut Blvd

310 N Civic Dr

555 Ygnacio Valley Rd
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Central Contra Costa, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Contra Costa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Contra Costa Studio Apartments | $2,177 | $1,818 | $3,238 |
Central Contra Costa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,553 | $1,760 | $4,259 |
| Central Contra Costa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,271 | $2,149 | $5,408 |
| Central Contra Costa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,092 | $3,652 | $4,600 |
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Largest Available Central Contra Costa and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Central Contra Costa, CA is found at Avalon Walnut Creek in the Southern Concord neighborhood and is 864 square feet priced from $2,980. Avalon Walnut Ridge has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 777 square feet and currently listed start at $2,220. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Central Contra Costa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Walnut Creek | A3-862 | 864 Sq Ft | $2,980 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 777 | 777 Sq Ft | $2,220 |
| Alwell Apartments | One Bedroom-A2 | 777 Sq Ft | $3,130 |
| 1716 Lofts | 306- B | 775 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 773 Sq Ft | $2,694 |
| Vaya | A1 | 767 Sq Ft | $2,575 |
| The Windsor | Bristol | 759 Sq Ft | $2,598 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 746 | 746 Sq Ft | $2,011 |
| Waymark | 1x1-731 | 731 Sq Ft | $2,890 |
| 15Fifty5 | A1B | 730 Sq Ft | $2,857 |
Cheapest Available Central Contra Costa and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of November 18, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Central Contra Costa, CA is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene Model starting from $1,930 at Oak & Iron in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable Central Contra Costa 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Mountain View Apartments starting at $1,950 in the College Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central Contra Costa is currently $2,553. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Central Contra Costa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene | $1,930 |
| Mountain View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,950 |
| 100 Boyd | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,970 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 746 | $2,011 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | $2,031 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Barrington B5 | $2,056 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 603 | $2,143 |
| Carmel House | One Bedroom B | $2,163 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | 1 Bedroom | $2,173 |
| The Boulevard | Flat | $2,194 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Central Contra Costa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Central Contra Costa with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Central Contra Costa is at Oak & Iron listed at $1,930.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Central Contra Costa Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Central Contra Costa is $2,553.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Central Contra Costa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Central Contra Costa is a 864 square feet unit starting from $2,980 at Avalon Walnut Creek.
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