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2730 Oak Rd

Walnut CreekCA94597

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310 N Civic Dr

Walnut CreekCA94596

Lafayette, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lafayette Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Lafayette, CA is a Studio unit found at Shutters Apartments in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood priced from $1,575. Castlewood Apartments in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lafayette apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shutters ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,575
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom ApartmentsOne Bedroom Partial Reno1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lafayette, CA and Nearby

As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lafayette area is the $3.00 price per square foot Plan C Model at Lafayette Highlands in the in the Stanley neighborhood starting from $3,897. The second greatest value Lafayette apartment is the 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes starting at $3,450 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the Waldon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lafayette apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lafayette HighlandsPlan C3BR,2BA$3.00
Geary Road Townhomes2Bed/2Bath2BR,2BA$2.76
The WindsorNottingham2BR,2BA$3.06
Villas at Sierra2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.63
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #382BR,1BA$2.38
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.39
Park Lafayette2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$2.94
Park Place ApartmentsJunior 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.97
Vista Terrace Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.23
1054 Stuart St, Unit 10541054 Stuart St1BR,1BA$3.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lafayette

What type of rentals are currently available in Lafayette?

There are currently 505 Apartments for Rent in Lafayette, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,575 to $17,204. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lafayette ranging from $1,250 to $10,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lafayette?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lafayette ranges from $1,250 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,692.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lafayette?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lafayette range from $2,900 to $17,204, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,250 to $6,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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