
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Beacon Ridge Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,500 (50 Rentals)
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917 Bell St

1038 on Second

Lafayette Commons

Lafayette Oaks

858 Rosedale Ave

3620 Bickerstaff Rd

3441 Golden Gate Way

Lafayette Patio Apartments

The Retreat at Walnut Creek
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Newell Vista

Diablo Pointe Apartments

Walnut Hill

Park Regency Apartments

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The Arbors

Park Place Apartments

The Grove at Walnut Creek

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2323 San Juan Ave

eaves Walnut Creek

Oak & Iron

The Meridian

The Boulders

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1595 3rd Ave

Kingston Place Apartments

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The Windsor

7011 Sunne Ln
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Carmel House

1672 Terrace Road,Walnut Crk

Carmel Pines Senior 55+

Sunnyvale Terrace Apartments

The Courtyard at Poet's Corner

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Main Street Terrace

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Casa Sierra

Walnut Terrace

Villa Montanaro

Oak Terrace

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Marquee at Diablo Pines
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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 | $2,279 | $1,785 | $3,524 |
| Beacon Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,610 | $1,925 | $4,740 |
| Beacon Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $2,195 | $4,981 |
| Beacon Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,281 | $2,975 | $3,749 |
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There are currently 50 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 Park Lafayette priced from $1,850. The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,925. Here are the most affordable Beacon Ridge apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lafayette | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek | One Bedroom Original | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Alpine Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,998 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $2,061 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B - 1100 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2,129 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,148 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Barrington B4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,161 |
| The Boulders | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,174 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Beacon Ridge, CA
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Beacon Ridge area is the $3.06 price per square foot Plan 2B Townhome + Rooftop Deck Model at Agora at South Main in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $4,947. The second greatest value Beacon Ridge apartment is the ne-2x1.5 Model at Newell Vista starting at $2,627 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agora at South Main | Plan 2B Townhome + Rooftop Deck | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.06 |
| Newell Vista | ne-2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
| 1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Two Bedroom Split-Level | 2BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Villas at Sierra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| The Arbors | 2 Bdrm/1bth 1st Floor | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
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This website compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Northeast San Francisco, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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 Park Lafayette listed at $1,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Beacon Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Beacon Ridge Apartment is $1,925 at The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek.
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 $2,200 at Lafayette Commons.
What is the most affordable Beacon Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Beacon Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1038 on Second and starts from $3,215.
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