Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Trails Area Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (41 Rentals)

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3470 Orchard Hill Ct
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3470 Orchard Hill Ct

3470 Orchard Hill CtLafayette, CA 94549
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1050-1056 Stuart St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1050-1056 Stuart St

1050-1056 Stuart StLafayette, CA 94549
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975 Almanor Ct
Studio Apartments

975 Almanor Ct

975 Almanor CtLafayette, CA 94549
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963 Almanor Ct
Studio Apartments

963 Almanor Ct

963 Almanor CtLafayette, CA 94549

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1011 Brown Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1011 Brown Ave

1011 Brown AveLafayette, CA 94549
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1007 Brown Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1007 Brown Ave

1007 Brown AveLafayette, CA 94549
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3235 Mt Diablo Ct
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3235 Mt Diablo Ct

3235 Mt Diablo CtLafayette, CA 94549
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3351 Mt Diablo Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3351 Mt Diablo Blvd

3351 Mt Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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930 Colina Ct
Studio Apartments

930 Colina Ct

930 Colina CtLafayette, CA 94549
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Lafayette Pointe
Studio Apartments

Lafayette Pointe

3279 Mt Diablo CtLafayette, CA 94549
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1015 2nd St
Studio Apartments

1015 2nd St

1015 2nd StLafayette, CA 94549

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858 Rosedale Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

858 Rosedale Ave

858 Rosedale AveLafayette, CA 94549
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Merrill Gardens at Lafayette
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Merrill Gardens at Lafayette

3454 Mt Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549
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The Mill at Brown
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Mill at Brown

3408 Mt Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Orchard Hill
2 Bedroom Apartments

Orchard Hill

3448 Orchard Hill CtLafayette, CA 94549
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Trails Area, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Trails Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Trails Area area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Lafayette priced from $2,250. Lafayette Highlands has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,099. Here are the most affordable Trails Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park LafayetteStudio BStudio,1BA$2,250
Lafayette HighlandsPlan 2C2BR,2BA$3,099
1038 on SecondThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$3,215

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trails Area, CA

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Trails Area area is the $2.82 price per square foot Plan 2C Model at Lafayette Highlands in the in the Stanley neighborhood starting from $3,099. The second greatest value Trails Area apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second starting at $3,215 with a $2.93 price per square foot in the Los Palos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Trails Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lafayette HighlandsPlan 2C2BR,2BA$2.82
1038 on SecondThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.93
Park LafayetteStudio BStudio ,1BA$5.53

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Trails Area, Lafayette, CA

Ranked #30

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Trails Area Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Trails Area?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Trails Area is at Park Lafayette listed at $2,250.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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