
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Valley View Estates Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,700 (75 Rentals)
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Lafayette Commons

1038 on Second

Town Center

Lafayette Oaks

Redwood Creek Apartments

3470 Orchard Hill Ct

940 Hough Ave

3652 Chestnut St

Acalanes Apartments
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3610 Bickerstaff Rd

1050-1056 Stuart St

Casa Walnut

3266-3270 Marlene Dr

101 Lafayette Cir

3654-3658 Mosswood Dr

3789-3791 Mosswood Dr

3693-3695 Highland Rd

918 Dewing Ave

3273-3277 Marlene Dr
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3265-3271 Marlene Dr

3235-3241 Marlene Dr

3243-3249 Marlene Dr

3580 Brook St

215 Lafayette Cir

3613 Bickerstaff Rd

932 Dewing Ave

907 Bell St

3283-3289 Marlene Dr

3257-3261 Marlene Dr
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3427 Golden Gate Way

3703 Sundale Rd

920 Dewing Ave

3626 Bickerstaff Rd

975 Almanor Ct

3672 Mosswood Dr

3625 Bickerstaff Rd

963 Almanor Ct

3643-3647 Walnut St

Terraces of Lafayette
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3460 Orchard Hill Ct

3661 Mt Diablo Blvd

970-972 Almanor Ct

3622 Chestnut St

957-959 Almanor Ct

3578 Terrace Way

1011 Brown Ave

3585 Brook St

1007 Brown Ave

3619 Bickerstaff Rd
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Valley View Estates, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Valley View Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley View Estates Studio Apartments | $2,083 | $1,750 | $2,250 |
| Valley View Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,709 | $1,895 | $3,596 |
| Valley View Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,749 | $2,480 | $6,440 |
| Valley View Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,215 | $3,215 | $3,215 |
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There are currently 75 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Valley View Estates Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA.
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Cheapest Available Valley View Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Valley View Estates area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Redwood Creek Apartments priced from $1,750. The Morgan Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Valley View Estates apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $2,250 |
| Ladera Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Marquee at Diablo Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,610 |
| Lafayette Oaks | Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $2,877 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3,304 |
| Lafayette Highlands | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3,747 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Valley View Estates, CA
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Valley View Estates area is the $3.40 price per square foot Plan 2C Model at Lafayette Highlands in the in the Stanley neighborhood starting from $3,739. The second greatest value Valley View Estates apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second starting at $2,610 with a $3.01 price per square foot in the Los Palos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Valley View Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Highlands | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.54 |
| Lafayette Oaks | Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $4.45 |
| Marquee at Diablo Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Ladera Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio B | Studio ,1BA | $5.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleValley View Estates, Lafayette, CA
Ranked #21
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Valley View Estates, Lafayette, CA
M. H. Stanley Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Valley View Estates Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Valley View Estates?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Valley View Estates is at Redwood Creek Apartments listed at $1,750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Valley View Estates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Valley View Estates Apartment is $1,895 at The Morgan Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Valley View Estates Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Valley View Estates is starting from $2,610 at 1038 on Second.
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