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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 | $2,951 | $2,295 | $3,995 |
| Central Contra Costa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,965 | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Central Contra Costa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,573 | $3,750 | $5,900 |
| Central Contra Costa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,500 | $8,500 | $8,500 |
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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 Park Regency Apartments in the College Park neighborhood priced from $1,810. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,810 |
| Mountain View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,818 |
| Spring Meadow | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 100 Boyd | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,970 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA and Nearby
As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Contra Costa area is the $3.60 price per square foot Cambridge Model at The Windsor in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,696. The second greatest value Central Contra Costa apartment is the 2x1 AL Model at Atrium Downtown starting at $3,398 with a $3.49 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windsor | Cambridge | 2BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| Atrium Downtown | 2x1 AL | 2BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.45 |
| Enclave | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $3.39 |
| Brio | Lacy | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 746 | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Villa Montanaro | 1x1-713 | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Spring Meadow | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.60 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central Contra Costa?
There are currently 37 Apartments for Rent in Central Contra Costa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,810 to $5,408. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Contra Costa ranging from $1,900 to $8,500.
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 $1,900 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,058.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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