
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bonnie Brae Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,500 (47 Rentals)
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1234 Overlook Dr

The Post Apartments

Park Regency Apartments

Castlewood Apartments

Spring Meadow

Terrace Apartments

The Grove at Walnut Creek

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100 Boyd
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The Arbors

Walnut Hill

North Main Apartments

Kingston Place Apartments

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1007 Pleasant Valley Dr, Unit Private ADU

Vista Terrace Apartments

Oak & Iron

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7011 Sunne Ln, Unit SI FL3-ID1502

The Boulevard
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2730 Oak Rd

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Brio

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Vaya

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The Windsor

Waymark

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130 Village Ct, Unit 130 Village Ct

The Enclave
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15Fifty5

1530 Sunnyvale Ave, Unit #1 Twinoak Place

Hillside Terrace

Furnished Studio-Pleasant Hill - Buskirk Ave.

2323 San Juan Ave

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Atrium Downtown

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85 Cleaveland Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1906

Carmel Pines

Sunnyvale Terrace Apartments
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The Courtyard at Poet's Corner

Trinity Terrace Apartments

Peppertree

324 Parnell Ct

Walnut Creek Apartments

Caprice Apartments

Westcliffe Trail

Carmel House

Marquee at Diablo Pines 2
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Villa Montanaro

2728 Oak Rd
Bonnie Brae, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bonnie Brae?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bonnie Brae Studio Apartments | $2,180 | $1,740 | $3,380 |
| Bonnie Brae 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,634 | $1,725 | $4,682 |
| Bonnie Brae 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,984 | $2,150 | $5,330 |
| Bonnie Brae 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,211 | $2,700 | $5,903 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bonnie Brae Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available Bonnie Brae Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bonnie Brae area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Post Apartments priced from $1,700. Park Regency Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,740. Here are the most affordable Bonnie Brae apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Post Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,740 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,985 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,053 |
| 100 Boyd | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,061 |
| North Main Apartments | North Main 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,177 |
| Caprice Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bonnie Brae, CA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bonnie Brae 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 Bonnie Brae apartment is the North Main 2x1 Model at North Main Apartments starting at $2,177 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bonnie Brae 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 |
| North Main Apartments | North Main 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 130 Village Ct, Unit 130 Village Ct | 130 Village Ct | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| The Arbors | 2 Bdrm/1bth 1st Floor | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2x1 C | 2BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| The Windsor | Bristol | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Brio | Lacy | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bonnie Brae Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bonnie Brae?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bonnie Brae is at Park Regency Apartments listed at $1,740.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bonnie Brae Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bonnie Brae Apartment is $1,700 at The Post Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bonnie Brae Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bonnie Brae is starting from $2,177 at North Main Apartments.
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