
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greenhills Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,700 (29 Rentals)
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0000 Overlook Dr

The Courtyard at Poet's Corner

Terrace Apartments

Spring Meadow

Walnut Hill

2323 San Juan Ave
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15Fifty5

Waymark

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Atrium Downtown

Hillside Terrace

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Vaya

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85 Cleaveland Rd, Unit SI FL4-ID2113
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85 Cleaveland Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID2109

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85 Cleaveland Rd, Unit GO FL3-ID2111

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2383 N Main St, Unit SI FL4-ID933

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85 Cleaveland Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1907

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The Windsor

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1800 Lacassie Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1893

Geary Road Townhomes
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Marquee at Diablo Pines

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The Mercer
Greenhills, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Greenhills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenhills Studio Apartments | $2,636 | $1,890 | $3,523 |
| Greenhills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,179 | $1,795 | $4,754 |
| Greenhills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,233 | $2,275 | $4,910 |
| Greenhills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,126 | $2,695 | $5,702 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Greenhills Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available Greenhills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greenhills area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Terrace Apartments priced from $1,890. The Courtyard at Poet's Corner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,945. Here are the most affordable Greenhills apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| The Courtyard at Poet's Corner | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,945 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,288 |
| 15Fifty5 | Design EA Premier 3 | Studio,1BA | $2,437 |
| Marquee at Diablo Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Atrium Downtown | 1x1 AL | 1BR,1BA | $2,649 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
| Waymark | 1x1-661 | 1BR,1BA | $3,065 |
| Vaya | E1 | Studio,1BA | $3,198 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greenhills, CA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greenhills 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 Greenhills apartment is the D2 Model at Lyric starting at $4,503 with a $4.68 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greenhills 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 |
| Lyric | D2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.68 |
| The Mercer | Plan 1A | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.92 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Atrium Downtown | 1x1 AL2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| Marquee at Diablo Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| The Courtyard at Poet's Corner | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.76 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.20 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGreenhills, Lafayette, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Greenhills, Lafayette, CA
Pleasant Hill Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greenhills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Greenhills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Greenhills is at Terrace Apartments listed at $1,890.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenhills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greenhills Apartment is $1,945 at The Courtyard at Poet's Corner.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greenhills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greenhills is starting from $2,420 at Terrace Apartments.
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