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3594 Mt. Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Happy Valley Area Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (44 Rentals)
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Lafayette Oaks
949 East StLafayette, CA 94549
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Redwood Creek Apartments
3713 Mt Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549
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940 Hough Ave
940 Hough AveLafayette, CA 94549
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Acalanes Apartments
960 Risa RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3652 Chestnut St
3652 Chestnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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3610 Bickerstaff Rd
3610 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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101 Lafayette Cir
101 Lafayette CirLafayette, CA 94549
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3613 Bickerstaff Rd
3613 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3654-3658 Mosswood Dr
3654-3658 Mosswood DrLafayette, CA 94549
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3693-3695 Highland Rd
3693-3695 Highland RdLafayette, CA 94549
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Casa Walnut
3653-3659 Walnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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932 Dewing Ave
932 Dewing AveLafayette, CA 94549
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3789-3791 Mosswood Dr
3789-3791 Mosswood DrLafayette, CA 94549
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215 Lafayette Cir
215 Lafayette CirLafayette, CA 94549
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918 Dewing Ave
918 Dewing AveLafayette, CA 94549
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907 Bell St
907 Bell StLafayette, CA 94549
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3580 Brook St
3580 Brook StLafayette, CA 94549
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3626 Bickerstaff Rd
3626 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3672 Mosswood Dr
3672 Mosswood DrLafayette, CA 94549
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3625 Bickerstaff Rd
3625 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3643-3647 Walnut St
3643-3647 Walnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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3703 Sundale Rd
3703 Sundale RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3661 Mt Diablo Blvd
3661 Mt Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549
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920 Dewing Ave
920 Dewing AveLafayette, CA 94549
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3622 Chestnut St
3622 Chestnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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3639 Walnut St
3639 Walnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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80 Lafayette Cir
80 Lafayette CirLafayette, CA 94549
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3578 Terrace Way
3578 Terrace WayLafayette, CA 94549
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3616 Chestnut St
3616 Chestnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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3585 Brook St
3585 Brook StLafayette, CA 94549
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3619 Bickerstaff Rd
3619 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3574 Terrace Way
3574 Terrace WayLafayette, CA 94549
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3609-3611 Bickerstaff Rd
3609-3611 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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3603 Chestnut St
3603 Chestnut StLafayette, CA 94549
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3620 Bickerstaff Rd
3620 Bickerstaff RdLafayette, CA 94549
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Lafayette Patio Apartments
3520 Brook StLafayette, CA 94549
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891-899 Bell St
891-899 Bell StLafayette, CA 94549
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3543 Brook Street
3543 Brook StLafayette, CA 94549
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3663 Mt Diablo Blvd
3663 Mt Diablo BlvdLafayette, CA 94549
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11-19 Moraga Way
11-19 Moraga WayOrinda, CA 94563
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27 Los Dedos Rd
27 Los Dedos RdOrinda, CA 94563
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Monteverde Senior Apartments
2 Irwin WayOrinda, CA 94563
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Orinda Senior Village
20 Irwin WayOrinda, CA 94563
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Upper Happy Valley Area, Lafayette, CA Local Guide
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,678 | $1,825 | $3,454 |
| Upper Happy Valley Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,005 | $2,480 | $6,440 |
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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 $1,925. The Morgan Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. 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 | Traditional | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Ladera Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3,304 |
| Lafayette Oaks | Oak | 2BR,2BA | $3,407 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Happy Valley Area, CA
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Happy Valley Area area is the $3.24 price per square foot Oak Model at Lafayette Oaks in the in the Los Palos neighborhood starting from $3,407. The second greatest value Upper Happy Valley Area apartment is the One Bedroom + Den Model at Town Center starting at $3,304 with a $3.63 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Oaks | Oak | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | 2x1 Reno | 2BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Ladera Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.44 |
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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 $1,925 at Redwood Creek Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Upper Happy Valley Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Upper Happy Valley Area is starting from $2,695 at Redwood Creek Apartments.
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