
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, CA (132 Rentals)


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Geary Road Townhomes

1001 Harvey Dr
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1001 Harvey Dr

1930 Camino Verde

1446 Quail View Cir

Bancroft Village

1532 Mt Diablo Blvd

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1839 San Luis Rd

1747 Parkside -1

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1091-1093 Esplanade Pl
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105 Rule Ct

3009-3011 Peachwillow Ln

Analisa

19 Sutters Mill Ct

27-29 Sutters Mill Ct

2110 Oak Grove Rd

2714 Jones Rd

1791 Castle Hill Rd

1070-1072 Esplanade Pl

2030-2032 Mallard Dr
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2330 San Juan Ave

680 Center St

39-41 Kuhl Ct

1141 Roxie Ln

2534 Jones Rd

130 Village Ct

Laurel Glen Townhouse Apartments

2708 Jones Rd

1555 Brooks St

1973 Desert Cor
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1071 Esplanade Pl

35-37 Kuhl Ct

90-100 Island Ct

1940 Oak Grove Rd

California Palms

2345 Buena Vista Ave

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2702 Jones Rd

2421 Warren Ln

703-705 Picnic Ln
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Walnut Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Creek Studio Apartments | $2,196 | $1,600 | $3,101 |
| Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,436 | $1,695 | $7,471 |
| Walnut Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $1,864 | $6,186 |
Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,733 | $2,500 | $8,556 |
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Largest Available Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Walnut Creek, CA is found at Geary Road Townhomes in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood and is 2,031 square feet priced from $4,100. Waymark in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,348 square feet and currently listed start at $5,035. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Walnut Creek:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geary Road Townhomes | 3Bed/3.5Bath | 2,031 Sq Ft | $4,100 |
| Waymark | 3x2-1348 | 1,348 Sq Ft | $5,035 |
| The Rise Walnut Creek | C02 | 1,343 Sq Ft | $6,071 |
| Palm Terrace Concord | 3 Bedroom | 1,152 Sq Ft | $2,925 |
| 1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | 1,100 Sq Ft | $3,225 |
| The Enclave | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 840 Sq Ft | $2,925 |
| The Post Apartments | 3x1 | 731 Sq Ft | $2,373 |
Cheapest Available Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 07, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Walnut Creek, CA is the 3x1 Model starting from $2,373 at The Post Apartments in the College Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom is the Three Bedroom Model at 1038 on Second starting at $2,860 in the Los Palos neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Walnut Creek is currently $3,733. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Walnut Creek:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Post Apartments | 3x1 | $2,373 |
| 1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | $2,860 |
| Palm Terrace Concord | 3 Bedroom | $2,925 |
| The Enclave | 3 Bed 2 Bath | $2,925 |
| Geary Road Townhomes | 3Bed/3.5Bath | $4,100 |
| The Rise Walnut Creek | C01 | $5,019 |
| Waymark | 3x2-1348 | $5,035 |
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Walnut Creek Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Walnut Creek with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Walnut Creek is at The Post Apartments listed at $2,373.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Walnut Creek Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Walnut Creek is $3,733.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Walnut Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Walnut Creek is a 2,031 square feet unit starting from $4,100 at Geary Road Townhomes.
What is the average size for Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Walnut Creek is currently 1,323 sq ft.
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