1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lafayette, CA (170 Rentals)

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3620 Bickerstaff Rd
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3620 Bickerstaff Rd

3620 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3672 Mosswood Dr
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3672 Mosswood Dr

3672 Mosswood DrLafayette, CA 94549
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3576 Terrace Way
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3576 Terrace Way

3576 Terrace WayLafayette, CA 94549

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999 Creekwood Pl
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999 Creekwood Pl

999 Creekwood PlLafayette, CA 94549
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1011 Brown Ave
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1011 Brown Ave

1011 Brown AveLafayette, CA 94549
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3510 Deer Hill Rd
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3510 Deer Hill Rd

3510 Deer Hill RdLafayette, CA 94549
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101 Lafayette Cir
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101 Lafayette Cir

101 Lafayette CirLafayette, CA 94549
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3569 Brook St
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3569 Brook St

3569 Brook StLafayette, CA 94549
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3585 Brook St
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3585 Brook St

3585 Brook StLafayette, CA 94549
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La Posada Apartments
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La Posada Apartments

241 Lafayette CirLafayette, CA 94549
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Versailles
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Versailles

3573-3579 Terrace WayLafayette, CA 94549
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Belle Terre
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Belle Terre

3428 Mt Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549
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948 Dewing Ave
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948 Dewing Ave

948 Dewing AveLafayette, CA 94549
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1050-1056 Stuart St
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1050-1056 Stuart St

1050-1056 Stuart StLafayette, CA 94549
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3771 Sundale Rd
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3771 Sundale Rd

3771 Sundale RdLafayette, CA 94549
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936 East St
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936 East St

936 East StLafayette, CA 94549

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Largest Available Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lafayette, CA is found at The Rise Walnut Creek in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood and is 988 square feet priced from $3,851. Vaya has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 956 square feet and currently listed start at $3,924. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lafayette:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Rise Walnut CreekA14988 Sq Ft$3,851
VayaA2956 Sq Ft$3,924
The Arroyo ResidencesA04874 Sq Ft$3,097
LyricA9822 Sq Ft$3,330
Waymark1x1-800800 Sq Ft$3,249
1716 Lofts306- B775 Sq FtCall for Rates
Town CenterOne Bedroom770 Sq Ft$3,123
BrioIris766 Sq Ft$2,529
The WindsorBristol759 Sq Ft$2,653
Park Lafayette1 Bed 1 Bath B750 Sq Ft$2,350

Cheapest Available Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 14, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lafayette, CA is the Traditional Model starting from $1,825 at Redwood Creek Apartments in the Campolindo neighborhood. The second most affordable Lafayette 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Renovated Model at The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments starting at $1,950 in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lafayette is currently $2,614. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lafayette:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Redwood Creek ApartmentsTraditional$1,825
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom ApartmentsOne Bedroom Renovated$1,950
Newly Remodeled 1 Bed/1 Bath1 Bd 1 Bath$1,995
Walnut Hill1x1$2,012
The Morgan ApartmentsOne Bedroom$2,085
Ygnacio VillageA1$2,099
The Retreat at Walnut Creek1 Bed 1 Bath Small$2,208
FloraResidence 1$2,227
Valley Ridge Apartment HomesResidence 2 Luxury$2,246

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Lafayette Overview

Lafayette in Contra Costa County is one of the best places to live in California. Lafayette has a distinctly suburban vibe, but it is close enough to Oakland and San Francisco for easy commuting by car and by BART.

Why live in Lafayette, CA?

Lafayette is a nice town, filled with kind people. Most crime rates are 70 to 80 percent lower than the national average. Diversity is a little low, but residents of Lafayette are welcoming of every race, gender, and voice. The local town celebrations are low-key and laid-back. They include an annual food and wine festival, a celebration of singing in Welsh, fun runs, and a kids' book fair.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lafayette, CA

Ranked #335

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Getting Around Lafayette, CA

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lafayette Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Lafayette with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Lafayette is at Redwood Creek Apartments listed at $1,825.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lafayette Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lafayette is $2,614.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lafayette Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lafayette is a 988 square feet unit starting from $3,851 at The Rise Walnut Creek.

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