
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Valley View Estates Neighborhood of Lafayette, CA from $1,800 (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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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 | $2,195 | $2,195 | $2,195 |
| Valley View Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,470 | $1,825 | $3,199 |
| Valley View Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,390 | $2,345 | $6,880 |
| Valley View Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,287 | $3,225 | $3,390 |
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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 1 Bed unit found at Park Lafayette priced from $219. Redwood Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable Valley View Estates apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Lafayette | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $219 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| Orchard Hill | Residence 5 Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $2,830 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2,887 |
| Ladera Apartments | TH25 | 2BR,2BA | $3,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Valley View Estates, CA
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Valley View Estates 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 Valley View Estates apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at Park Lafayette starting at $2,968 with a $3.21 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ladera Apartments | TH25 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.24 |
| Park Lafayette | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.21 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Town Center | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Orchard Hill | Residence 5 Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| Redwood Creek Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.39 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleValley View Estates, Lafayette, CA
Ranked #18
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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
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 $219 at Park Lafayette.
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 $2,370 at Park Lafayette.
What is the most affordable Valley View Estates Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Valley View Estates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1038 on Second and starts from $3,215.
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