
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Las Trampas Area Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (38 Rentals)
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The Morgan Apartments

Lafayette Commons

Park Lafayette

1038 on Second

Town Center

858 Rosedale Ave

3620 Bickerstaff Rd

3441 Golden Gate Way
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940 East St

3543 Brook Street

3470 Orchard Hill Ct

Lafayette Highlands

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The Meridian

2323 San Juan Ave

15Fifty5

Sandpiper Apartments

1172 Saranap Ave

Flora

Vio at Moraga

Waymark

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Atrium Downtown

207 Saranap Ave

0000 Overlook Dr

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Oak Terrace

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Las Trampas Area, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Las Trampas Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Trampas Area Studio Apartments | $2,527 | $1,825 | $3,385 |
| Las Trampas Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,955 | $1,825 | $3,960 |
| Las Trampas Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $2,195 | $6,440 |
| Las Trampas Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,397 | $3,204 | $3,906 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Las Trampas Area Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available Las Trampas Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Las Trampas Area area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Redwood Creek Apartments priced from $1,750. Park Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable Las Trampas Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Park Place Apartments | H Junior | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio C | Studio,1BA | $2,200 |
| Lafayette Commons | 2x1 Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,288 |
| Sandpiper Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Ladera Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Las Trampas Area, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Las Trampas Area area is the $2.93 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second in the in the Los Palos neighborhood starting from $2,545. The second greatest value Las Trampas Area apartment is the 2x1 A Model at Hillside Terrace starting at $2,750 with a $3.43 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Las Trampas Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Hillside Terrace | 2x1 A | 2BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Two Bedroom/1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.80 |
| Atrium Downtown | 1x1 AL2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
| Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| Lafayette Commons | 2x1 Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Park Place Apartments | H Junior | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Las Trampas Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Las Trampas Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Las Trampas Area is under $2,545.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Las Trampas Area?
The cheapest apartment in Las Trampas Area is Park Place Apartments which is listed at $1,825, while the average apartment in Las Trampas Area costs $3,240.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Las Trampas Area?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Las Trampas Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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