1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lafayette, CA (168 Rentals)

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948 Dewing Ave
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948 Dewing Ave

948 Dewing AveLafayette, 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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3510 Deer Hill Rd
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3510 Deer Hill Rd

3510 Deer Hill RdLafayette, 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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1050-1056 Stuart St
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1050-1056 Stuart St

1050-1056 Stuart StLafayette, 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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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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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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3620 Bickerstaff Rd
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3620 Bickerstaff Rd

3620 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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Belle Terre
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Belle Terre

3428 Mt Diablo BlvdLafayette, 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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$3,263 - $4,740
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1800 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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The Windsor
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$2,486 - $2,683
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The Windsor

2383 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Largest Available Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lafayette, CA is found at Waymark in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood and is 916 square feet priced from $4,142. Town Center in the Burton Valley neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 911 square feet and currently listed start at $2,803. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lafayette:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Waymark1x1-916916 Sq Ft$4,142
Town CenterOne Bedroom + Den911 Sq Ft$2,803
Ivy HillOne Bedroom C888 Sq Ft$3,066
The WindsorNorfolk791 Sq Ft$2,483
Park Place Apartments791 Sq Ft$2,325
BrioIris766 Sq Ft$2,699
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony765 Sq Ft$2,240
Park Lafayette1 Bed 1 Bath B750 Sq Ft$2,310
1716 LoftsB745 Sq FtCall for Rates
Atrium Downtown1x1 AL726 Sq Ft$2,764

Cheapest Available Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 15, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lafayette, CA is the Traditional Model starting from $1,925 at Redwood Creek Apartments in the Burton Valley neighborhood. The second most affordable Lafayette 1 Bedroom is the Residence 1 Luxury Model at Valley Ridge Apartment Homes starting at $1,997 in the College Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lafayette is currently $2,650. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lafayette:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Redwood Creek ApartmentsTraditional$1,925
Valley Ridge Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury$1,997
The Morgan ApartmentsOne Bedroom$2,070
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B - 1100 Lincoln Ave$2,129
Walnut Hill1x1$2,143
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony$2,240
The Retreat at Walnut Creek1 Bed 1 Bath Small$2,259
Park Place Apartments1BR/1BA$2,295
Castlewood ApartmentsLarge One Bedroom - Closed Kitchen$2,300
Park Lafayette1 Bed 1 Bath A$2,310

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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.

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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 $1,925.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lafayette is $2,650.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lafayette is a 916 square feet unit starting from $4,142 at Waymark.

What is the average size for Lafayette 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lafayette is currently 686 sq ft.

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