
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Beacon Ridge Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,500 (47 Rentals)
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1038 on Second

858 Rosedale Ave

3620 Bickerstaff Rd

3441 Golden Gate Way

Lafayette Patio Apartments

0000 Overlook Dr

185 Sierra Dr, Unit Greenwood Condos

Diablo Oaks Apartments
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2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 1

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Diablo Pointe Apartments

eaves Walnut Creek

The Grove at Walnut Creek

Walnut Hill

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The Overlook at Walnut Creek
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Oak & Iron

1470 Creekside Dr, Unit 12

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Shutters Apartments
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Trinity Terrace Apartments

460 N Civic Dr

324 Parnell Ct
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Ming Tree Apartments

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2734 Oak Rd

Alterra Apartments

2323 San Juan Ave

Carmel House

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Casa Sierra

Oak Terrace
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1305 Boulevard Way

Westcliffe Trail
Beacon Ridge, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Beacon Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Ridge Studio Apartments | $2,350 | $1,800 | $3,510 |
| Beacon Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,682 | $1,425 | $4,442 |
| Beacon Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,288 | $2,235 | $5,860 |
| Beacon Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,876 | $3,204 | $5,090 |
| Beacon Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Beacon Ridge Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available Beacon Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Beacon Ridge area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Diablo Oaks Apartments priced from $1,800. Park Regency Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,822. Here are the most affordable Beacon Ridge apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,822 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,053 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,054 |
| Carmel House | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,163 |
| The Overlook at Walnut Creek | S1A (Income Restricted) | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,210 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beacon Ridge, CA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Beacon Ridge area is the $3.06 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,825. The second greatest value Beacon Ridge apartment is the Residence 6 Luxury Model at Flora starting at $3,061 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the Burton Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Beacon Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geary Road Townhomes | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Flora | Residence 6 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Park Vista Apartments | Park Vista 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| 2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 1 | 2318 San Juan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
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Best Local Schools in Beacon Ridge, Lafayette, CA
Springhill Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Beacon Ridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Beacon Ridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Beacon Ridge is at Diablo Oaks Apartments listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Beacon Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Beacon Ridge Apartment is $1,900 at Diablo Pointe Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Beacon Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Beacon Ridge is starting from $2,295 at Kingston Place Apartments.
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