Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Trails Area Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (29 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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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
Senior Living
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The Mill at Brown
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Mill at Brown

3408 Mt Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549

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 1 Bed unit found at Park Lafayette priced from $2,080. 1038 on Second has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,625. Here are the most affordable Trails Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Lafayette1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$2,080
1038 on SecondTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,625
Lafayette HighlandsPlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,629
3448 OHC2x12BR,1BA$2,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trails Area, CA

As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Trails Area area is the $2.79 price per square foot 2x1 Model at 3448 OHC in the in the Los Palos neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Trails Area apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at Park Lafayette starting at $3,070 with a $3.32 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.
3448 OHC2x12BR,1BA$2.79
Park Lafayette2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$3.32
1038 on SecondTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.02
Lafayette HighlandsPlan 1A1BR,1BA$3.48

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Trails Area, Lafayette, CA

Ranked #34

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Trails Area Neighborhood in Lafayette, CA

Walk Score®

80 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Trails Area Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Trails Area Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Trails Area Apartment is $2,080 at Park Lafayette.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Trails Area Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Trails Area is starting from $2,390 at Park Lafayette.

What is the most affordable Trails Area Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Trails Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1038 on Second and starts from $3,225.

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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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