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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 | $3,216 | $2,350 | $4,200 |
| Central Contra Costa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,910 | $3,250 | $4,500 |
| Central Contra Costa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,537 | $4,200 | $5,500 |
| Central Contra Costa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 1 Bed unit found at eaves Walnut Creek in the Southern Concord neighborhood priced from $1,622. Park Regency Apartments in the Southern Concord neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,731. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Central Contra Costa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $1,622 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,731 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,852 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA and Nearby
As of May 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Contra Costa area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Waldon neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Central Contra Costa apartment is the Nottingham Model at The Windsor starting at $3,520 with a $3.28 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek 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 | $2.76 |
| The Windsor | Nottingham | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| Spring Meadow | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.48 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2B/ 1B #38 | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Castlewood Apartments | One Bedroom - Open Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 717 | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
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There are currently 32 Apartments for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,622 to $10,000. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Contra Costa ranging from $1,800 to $13,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Contra Costa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Contra Costa ranges from $1,800 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,898.
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