
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Pleasant Hill Neighborhood of Pleasant Hill, CA from $1,500 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Pleasant Hill area of Pleasant Hill.


The Post Apartments

Diablo Oaks Apartments

Spring Meadow

Terrace Apartments

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100 Boyd
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The Courtyard at Poet's Corner

IMT Pleasant Hill

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The Grove at Walnut Creek

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Converge Townhomes
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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 | $1,996 | $1,600 | $3,404 |
| Downtown Pleasant Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,206 | $1,700 | $3,190 |
| Downtown Pleasant Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,705 | $2,000 | $3,650 |
| Downtown Pleasant Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,589 | $2,589 | $2,589 |
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There are currently 20 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 Studio unit found at Sun Valley priced from $1,695. Diablo Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Downtown Pleasant Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Valley | Residence 1 Upgraded | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Mountain View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,818 |
| IMT Pleasant Hill | E2 | Studio,1BA | $1,860 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Pleasant Hill, CA
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Pleasant Hill area is the $2.91 price per square foot The Willow Model at Wood Creek in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $2,965. The second greatest value Downtown Pleasant Hill apartment is the Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath Model at Converge Townhomes starting at $2,150 with a $2.39 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 | $2.91 |
| Converge Townhomes | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
| Villa Montanaro | 1x1-713 | 1BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| The Boulevard | Flat | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| The Post Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Ellinwood Apartments | Mia | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| 100 Boyd | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.76 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.01 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.07 |
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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 $1,991.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Pleasant Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Pleasant Hill is Ellinwood Apartments which is listed at $1,899, while the average apartment in Downtown Pleasant Hill costs $2,705.
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 9 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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