Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Valley View Estates Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,700 (15 Rentals)

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858 Rosedale Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

858 Rosedale Ave

858 Rosedale AveLafayette, CA 94549
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Ladera Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ladera Apartments

966 Risa RdLafayette, CA 94549

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1472-1478 Pico Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

1472-1478 Pico Ct

1472-1478 Pico CtWalnut Creek, CA 94597

Valley View Estates, Lafayette, CA Local Guide

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 1 Bed unit found at The Morgan Apartments priced from $2,150. Ladera Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Valley View Estates apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Morgan ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,150
Ladera ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$2,195
Lafayette Commons2x1 Deluxe2BR,1BA$2,200
The WaymarkMain StreetStudio,1BA$2,215
1472-1478 Pico CtA11BR,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Valley View Estates, CA

As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Valley View Estates area is the $2.92 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second in the in the Los Palos neighborhood starting from $3,210. The second greatest value Valley View Estates apartment is the Nottingham Model at The Windsor starting at $3,773 with a $3.51 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Valley View Estates apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1038 on SecondThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.92
The WindsorNottingham2BR,2BA$3.51
Lafayette OaksOak2BR,2BA$3.52
Park Lafayette2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$2.94
3448 OHC2x12BR,1BA$3.79
Lafayette Commons2x1 Deluxe2BR,1BA$3.26
Ladera ApartmentsA31BR,1BA$3.38
1472-1478 Pico CtA11BR,1BA$3.49
1054 Stuart St, Unit 10541054 Stuart St1BR,1BA$3.00
The Morgan ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.58

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Valley View Estates, Lafayette, CA

Ranked #19

Among neighborhoods in Lafayette, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Valley View Estates Neighborhood in Lafayette, CA

Walk Score®

79 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 The Waymark listed at $2,215.

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 $2,150 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 $2,200 at Lafayette Commons.

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