Cheap Homes for Rent in the Sunvalley Estates Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)

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property at 185 Sierra Dr

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 11

185 Sierra Dr, Unit Greenwood Condos

185 Sierra Dr
Walnut CreekCA94596

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property at 320 N Civic Dr

$2,500

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$2,500

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$2,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202

320 N Civic Dr
Walnut CreekCA94596

Sunvalley Estates, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sunvalley Estates Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sunvalley Estates area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Newell Vista priced from $1,835. Diablo Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Sunvalley Estates apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Newell Vistane-stuStudio,1BA$1,835
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Four Seasons ApartmentsA - STUDIO 462Studio,1BA$1,910
Park LafayetteStudio BStudio,1BA$2,054
Carmel HouseOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$2,163

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunvalley Estates, CA

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunvalley Estates area is the $3.14 price per square foot Residence 6 Luxury Model at Flora in the in the Burton Valley neighborhood starting from $3,081. The second greatest value Sunvalley Estates apartment is the 2x2 Model at Shutters Apartments starting at $2,350 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunvalley Estates apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
FloraResidence 6 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.14
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
303 Masters Ct, Unit 2303 Masters Ct2BR,1BA$3.20
1038 on SecondTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.90
The MeridianOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.05
Newell Vistane-stuStudio ,1BA$2.62
Stoneridge Luxury Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$3.44
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath D - 1100 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$3.38
2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 12318 San Juan Ave1BR,1BA$3.16
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.22

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Sunvalley Estates, Lafayette, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sunvalley Estates

What type of rentals are currently available in Sunvalley Estates?

There are currently 335 Apartments for Rent in Sunvalley Estates, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,825 to $5,500. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sunvalley Estates ranging from $1,250 to $8,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Sunvalley Estates?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sunvalley Estates ranges from $1,250 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,684.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Sunvalley Estates?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Sunvalley Estates range from $3,204 to $4,001, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,625 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,500.

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