
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Walnut, CA from $1,400 (26 Rentals)
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18721 Galleano St, Unit #2

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Walnut Ridge Management

La Sérena

Crown Point Apartments

WOODSIDE VILLAGE
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Windwood Apartments

The Medici at South Hills

Brookhollow

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712 S Fernwood St, Unit 29

1787 Matchleaf Ave

Vanllee

The 4D Trask Investments LLC - MO

566 E Fernleaf Ave

Whispering Fountains at Diamond Bar
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Cambridge Garden

3201 E Pinefalls Dr

Vintage Park 55+ Community

257 E Edna Pl

3515 S Forecastle Ave

762 S Currier St
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The Villas at Rowland Heights

230 S Azusa Ave
Walnut, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Walnut?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Studio Apartments | $1,949 | $1,850 | $2,231 |
| Walnut 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,083 | $1,809 | $2,529 |
| Walnut 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $1,800 | $3,125 |
| Walnut 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,110 | $2,778 | $3,365 |
| Walnut 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,978 | $2,978 | $2,978 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Walnut, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/08/2026Current apartment rentals in the Walnut, CA area range in price from $1,066 to $3,640 with an overall median price of $3,006. The three Walnut neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Walnut Valley at $1,595, Walnut Ridge at $1,595, and Otterbein at $1,066. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Walnut Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Valley | $2,702 | $1,595 | 31 |
| Walnut Ridge | $2,950 | $1,595 | 49 |
| Otterbein | $2,978 | $1,066 | 75 |
| Alameda Corridor | $3,072 | $1,066 | 69 |
| Mount San Antonio College | $3,140 | $1,415 | 59 |
| South Walnut | $3,195 | $1,066 | 85 |
Cheapest Available Walnut Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Walnut, CA is a Studio unit found at The 4D Trask Investments LLC - MO in the Mount San Antonio College neighborhood priced from $1,500. Vintage Park 55+ Community in the Mount San Antonio College neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Walnut apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 4D Trask Investments LLC - MO | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Vintage Park 55+ Community | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath - Upstairs (Balcony) | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| La Sérena | 1 Bedroom/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| WOODSIDE VILLAGE | Plan E | Studio,1BA | $1,867 |
| The Villas at Rowland Heights | 1x1-600 | 1BR,1BA | $1,894 |
| Windwood Apartments | 1x1L A | 1BR,1BA | $1,974 |
| Walnut Ridge Management | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,981 |
| The Medici at South Hills | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,035 |
| Rollingwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,049 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut, CA and Nearby
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Walnut area is the $2.32 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at Citrus Park Apartments in the in the Mount San Antonio College neighborhood starting from $2,555. The second greatest value Walnut apartment is the 1 Bedroom + Den Model at Casas Del Lago Apartments starting at $2,250 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Mount San Antonio College neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Citrus Park Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Casas Del Lago Apartments | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Brookhollow | Plan D - Town Houses | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.74 |
| Walnut Park Apartments | The Santa Rosa | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| South Hills | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Walnut Heights | Plan 2A | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Rollingwood Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Crown Point Apartments | 1 Bed 1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| La Sérena | 1 Bedroom/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.55 |
| The Medici at South Hills | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Walnut Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Walnut?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Walnut is under $2,049.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Walnut?
The cheapest apartment in Walnut is Vintage Park 55+ Community which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Walnut costs $3,006.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Walnut?
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 16 regular apartments in Walnut that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Walnut?
Cheap apartments in Walnut have an average cost of $883 which is $2,123 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Walnut.
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