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Central Contra Costa, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Contra Costa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Contra Costa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,905 | $2,100 | $4,250 |
| Central Contra Costa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,053 | $2,895 | $5,895 |
| Central Contra Costa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,597 | $4,445 | $4,750 |
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Cheapest Available Central Contra Costa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Central Contra Costa, CA is a Studio unit found at Diablo Oaks Apartments in the College Park neighborhood priced from $1,800. Mountain View Apartments in the College Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,818. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central Contra Costa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Mountain View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,818 |
| IMT Pleasant Hill | E2 | Studio,1BA | $1,860 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,898 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA and Nearby
As of May 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Contra Costa area is the $3.06 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,825. The second greatest value Central Contra Costa apartment is the 996 Model at eaves Walnut Creek starting at $2,768 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Southern Concord neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Contra Costa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geary Road Townhomes | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 996 | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Brio | Lacy | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Atrium Downtown | 1x1 AL | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Castlewood Apartments | One Bedroom - Open Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| The Boulevard | Flat | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.61 |
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There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $5,118. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Contra Costa ranging from $1,250 to $5,895.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Contra Costa ranges from $1,250 to $5,895 with an average monthly rent of $3,157.
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