
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the Mt Diablo Neighborhood of Clayton, CA from $1,258 (10 Rentals)


1726 Crescent Dr

2140 California St

Total Monthly Price
2170 Fremont St, Unit studio, Unit studio

Santos Plaza Apartments
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230 Queens Way - 55+ Community

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3884 Bayview Cir
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mt Diablo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Mt Diablo Studio Apartments | $2,020 | $1,258 | $3,095 |
| Mt Diablo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $1,348 | $3,295 |
| Mt Diablo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,428 | $1,605 | $3,825 |
| Mt Diablo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,822 | $1,935 | $4,062 |
| Mt Diablo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $4,300 | $7,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mt Diablo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mt Diablo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mt Diablo is under $1,699.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mt Diablo?
The cheapest apartment in Mt Diablo is 230 Queens Way - 55+ Community which is listed at $1,795, while the average apartment in Mt Diablo costs $5,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mt Diablo?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 70 regular apartments in Mt Diablo that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mt Diablo?
Cheap apartments in Mt Diablo have an average cost of $436 which is $5,314 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mt Diablo.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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