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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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1001 Harvey Dr

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7011 Sunne Ln

Walnut CreekCA94597
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2982 Santos Ln

Walnut CreekCA94597
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Station West
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Station West

2730-2742 Oak RdWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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1472-1478 Pico Ct
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1472-1478 Pico Ct

1472-1478 Pico CtWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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1800-1808 Camino VerdeWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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1141 Roxie Ln
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1141 Roxie Ln

1141 Roxie LnWalnut Creek, CA 94597

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Largest Available Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Walnut Creek, CA is found at Lyric in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood and is 962 square feet priced from $3,976. Villa Montanaro in the Southern Concord neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 946 square feet and currently listed start at $2,905. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Walnut Creek:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
LyricA14962 Sq Ft$3,976
Villa Montanaro1x1-946946 Sq Ft$2,905
Town CenterOne Bedroom + Den911 Sq Ft$3,374
Ivy HillOne Bedroom C888 Sq Ft$3,085
The Arroyo ResidencesA04874 Sq Ft$3,057
VayaA4857 Sq Ft$2,985
Wood CreekAlmondwood790 Sq Ft$2,475
Avalon Walnut CreekA1-TempAssignment784 Sq Ft$2,557
Avalon Walnut Ridge777777 Sq Ft$2,280
1716 Lofts306- B775 Sq FtCall for Rates

Cheapest Available Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 09, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Walnut Creek, CA is the Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,620 at Clayton Gardens in the Southern Concord neighborhood. The second most affordable Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor Model at Pine Terrace Apartments starting at $1,695 in the College Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Walnut Creek is currently $2,545. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Walnut Creek:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Clayton GardensMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath$1,620
Pine Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom 2nd Floor$1,695
Concord 14411x1A$1,711
The Post Apartments1x1$1,712
Clayton Crossing ApartmentsWelcome Home to The Clayton Crossing Apartments...$1,715
Pine Meadows ApartmentsThe Oak$1,815
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,890
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom ApartmentsOne Bedroom Partial Reno$1,895
Mountain View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,950
100 BoydMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath$1,970

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in San Francisco

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the Bay area for affordable living. Find your perfect San Francisco Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Walnut Creek Overview

Walnut Creek is a city of more than 66,000 people in Contra Costa County, California, and it is located 16 miles east of Oakland in the San Francisco Bay Area. This is partially due to its location at the junction of I-680 and SR-24, which passes through Oakland and San Francisco.

Why live in Walnut Creek, CA?

This suburba is not a forward-thinking paradise It is an oasis that you retreat to on the weekends, whether in your home or at a local BnB. The sunrise over Mt. Diablo is unobstructed by smog or fog. Here, you can raise children and brag how you tried living in the city, before you found your senses, and a home, in Walnut Creek.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #92

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Walnut Creek Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Walnut Creek with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Walnut Creek is at Clayton Gardens listed at $1,620.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Walnut Creek Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Walnut Creek is $2,545.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Walnut Creek Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Walnut Creek is a 962 square feet unit starting from $3,976 at Lyric.

What is the average size for Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Walnut Creek is currently 663 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.