
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA (43 Rentals)


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The Overlook at Walnut Creek

Stoneridge Luxury Apartments

The Boulders

Mountain View Apartments

Walnut Hill

Castlewood Apartments

Park Regency Apartments
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100 Boyd

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Vaya

The Grove at Walnut Creek

The Windsor

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Atrium Downtown

Oak & Iron
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15Fifty5

eaves Walnut Creek

Spring Meadow

Terrace Apartments

1716 Lofts

Brio

The 1960

Avalon Walnut Ridge
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Avalon Walnut Creek

109

460 N Civic Dr

155 Sharene Ln

410 N Civic Dr

2562 Walnut Blvd

1407 Marchbanks Dr

2560 Walnut Blvd
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2734 Oak Rd

470 N Civic Dr

450 N Civic Dr

1411 Creekside Dr

The Courtyard at Poet's Corner

IMT Pleasant Hill

Carmel House

Villa Montanaro
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The Enclave
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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 | $2,199 | $1,800 | $3,452 |
Central Contra Costa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,699 | $1,765 | $4,701 |
| Central Contra Costa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,240 | $2,235 | $5,330 |
| Central Contra Costa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,015 | $3,996 | $6,035 |
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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 Vaya in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood and is 956 square feet priced from $3,804. The Overlook at Walnut Creek in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 842 square feet and currently listed start at $3,179. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Central Contra Costa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vaya | A2 | 956 Sq Ft | $3,804 |
| The Overlook at Walnut Creek | A5 | 842 Sq Ft | $3,179 |
| Waymark | 1x1-839 | 839 Sq Ft | $3,260 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Large One Bedroom - Closed Kitchen | 788 Sq Ft | $2,270 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1Bath | 780 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 773 Sq Ft | $2,454 |
| 1716 Lofts | B | 745 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| NoMa Apartments | A8 | 726 Sq Ft | $3,098 |
| Atrium Downtown | 1x1 AL2 | 726 Sq Ft | $2,864 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 Den | 725 Sq Ft | $2,537 |
Cheapest Available Central Contra Costa and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 02, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Central Contra Costa, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,950 at Mountain View Apartments in the College Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Central Contra Costa 1 Bedroom is the A1 Model at IMT Pleasant Hill starting at $2,065 in the Waldon neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Central Contra Costa is currently $2,699. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Central Contra Costa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,950 |
| IMT Pleasant Hill | A1 | $2,065 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1Bath | $2,100 |
| Terrace Apartments | 1BR/1BA | $2,120 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 603 | $2,134 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | 1 Bedroom | $2,208 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene | $2,245 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | $2,255 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Barrington B2 | $2,265 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Large One Bedroom - Closed Kitchen | $2,270 |
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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 Mountain View Apartments listed at $1,950.
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 $2,699.
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 956 square feet unit starting from $3,804 at Vaya.
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