
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Olympic Oaks Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,700 (29 Rentals)
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The Morgan Apartments

1038 on Second

Park Lafayette

858 Rosedale Ave

3620 Bickerstaff Rd

3441 Golden Gate Way
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Lafayette Patio Apartments

940 East St

0000 Overlook Dr

Walnut Hill

The Meridian

2323 San Juan Ave

1305 Boulevard Way, Unit 105
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1305 Boulevard Way, Unit 1305 Boulevard Way

15Fifty5

Sandpiper Apartments

1196 Alta Vista Ct, Unit #1

1172 Saranap Ave

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Flora
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320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202

Trinity Terrace Apartments

Birchwood Apartments

The Alterra

340 N Civic

Oak Terrace

450 N Civic Dr
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1305 Boulevard Way
Olympic Oaks, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Olympic Oaks?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympic Oaks Studio Apartments | $2,616 | $1,750 | $3,564 |
| Olympic Oaks 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,049 | $1,895 | $4,955 |
| Olympic Oaks 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,456 | $2,300 | $5,330 |
| Olympic Oaks 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,863 | $3,204 | $5,702 |
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Cheapest Available Olympic Oaks Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Olympic Oaks area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Redwood Creek Apartments priced from $1,750. The Morgan Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Olympic Oaks apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| The Alterra | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,288 |
| Sandpiper Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,445 |
| Waymark | 0x1-513 | Studio,1BA | $2,637 |
| Atrium Downtown | 1x1 AL | 1BR,1BA | $2,649 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Olympic Oaks, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Olympic Oaks area is the $3.74 price per square foot Plan 2A Model at Agora at South Main in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $4,527. The second greatest value Olympic Oaks apartment is the Plan 2C Model at Lafayette Highlands starting at $3,099 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the Stanley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Olympic Oaks apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agora at South Main | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.74 |
| Lafayette Highlands | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| 1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| 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 |
| Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.62 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Best Local Schools in Olympic Oaks, Lafayette, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Olympic Oaks Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Olympic Oaks?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Olympic Oaks is under $2,649.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Olympic Oaks?
The cheapest apartment in Olympic Oaks is The Morgan Apartments which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Olympic Oaks costs $3,265.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Olympic Oaks?
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 Olympic Oaks that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Olympic Oaks?
Cheap apartments in Olympic Oaks have an average cost of $107 which is $3,158 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Olympic Oaks.
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