
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Pleasant Hill Neighborhood of Pleasant Hill, CA from $1,500 (28 Rentals)
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The Post Apartments

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1007 Pleasant Valley Dr, Unit Private ADU

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85 Cleaveland Rd, Unit SI FL4-ID2113

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Wood Creek

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85 Cleaveland Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1913

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85 Cleaveland Rd, Unit SI FL4-ID2112
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85 Cleaveland Rd, Unit GO FL1-ID1907

The Courtyard at Poet's Corner

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Peppertree

Sun Valley

Villa Montanaro

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Downtown Pleasant Hill, Pleasant Hill, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Pleasant Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Pleasant Hill Studio Apartments | $1,922 | $1,600 | $2,759 |
| Downtown Pleasant Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,170 | $1,700 | $2,940 |
| Downtown Pleasant Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,807 | $2,000 | $3,255 |
| Downtown Pleasant Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $2,700 | $2,700 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Downtown Pleasant Hill Neighborhood of Pleasant Hill, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Pleasant Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Pleasant Hill area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Post Apartments priced from $1,725. Park Regency Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,816. Here are the most affordable Downtown Pleasant Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Post Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,816 |
| Mountain View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,818 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,985 |
| Converge Townhomes | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,045 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,053 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| IMT Pleasant Hill | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,110 |
| The Boulevard | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,220 |
| Sun Valley | Residence 2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,248 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pleasant Hill, CA
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pleasant Hill area is the $3.02 price per square foot The Willow Model at Wood Creek in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $3,075. The second greatest value Downtown Pleasant Hill apartment is the Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Model at Converge Townhomes starting at $2,045 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Southern Concord neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Pleasant Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Creek | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Converge Townhomes | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.27 |
| Sun Valley | Residence 3 Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Villa Montanaro | 1x1-713 | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
| The Boulevard | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| IMT Pleasant Hill | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.95 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.34 |
| The Post Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Pleasant Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Pleasant Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Pleasant Hill is under $2,248.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Pleasant Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Pleasant Hill is The Post Apartments which is listed at $1,725, while the average apartment in Downtown Pleasant Hill costs $2,208.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Pleasant Hill?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Downtown Pleasant Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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