
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Happy Valley Area Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (44 Rentals)
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Lafayette Oaks

Redwood Creek Apartments

940 Hough Ave

3652 Chestnut St

3610 Bickerstaff Rd

Acalanes Apartments

101 Lafayette Cir
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3613 Bickerstaff Rd

3654-3658 Mosswood Dr

3693-3695 Highland Rd

Casa Walnut

3580 Brook St

932 Dewing Ave

3789-3791 Mosswood Dr

907 Bell St
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215 Lafayette Cir

918 Dewing Ave

3622 Chestnut St

3626 Bickerstaff Rd

3672 Mosswood Dr

3625 Bickerstaff Rd

920 Dewing Ave

3643-3647 Walnut St
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3661 Mt Diablo Blvd

3703 Sundale Rd

3639 Walnut St

80 Lafayette Cir

3578 Terrace Way

3616 Chestnut St

3585 Brook St

3619 Bickerstaff Rd
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3574 Terrace Way

3609-3611 Bickerstaff Rd

3603 Chestnut St

3620 Bickerstaff Rd

Lafayette Patio Apartments

891-899 Bell St

3543 Brook Street

3663 Mt Diablo Blvd
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11-19 Moraga Way

27 Los Dedos Rd

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Orinda Senior Village
Upper Happy Valley Area, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Happy Valley Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Happy Valley Area Studio Apartments | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
| Upper Happy Valley Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,529 | $1,825 | $3,299 |
| Upper Happy Valley Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,012 | $2,560 | $6,890 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 44 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Upper Happy Valley Area Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available Upper Happy Valley Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Happy Valley Area area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Redwood Creek Apartments priced from $1,825. The Morgan Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,070. Here are the most affordable Upper Happy Valley Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2,989 |
| Ladera Apartments | TH25 | 2BR,2BA | $3,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Happy Valley Area, CA
As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Happy Valley Area area is the $3.24 price per square foot TH25 Model at Ladera Apartments in the in the Campolindo neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Upper Happy Valley Area apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Town Center starting at $3,108 with a $4.04 price per square foot in the Los Palos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Happy Valley Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ladera Apartments | TH25 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.24 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Happy Valley Area Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Happy Valley Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Happy Valley Area Apartment is $1,825 at Redwood Creek Apartments.
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