
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, CA (138 Rentals)


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Newell Vista

Oak & Iron

The Enclave

The Meridian

Geary Road Townhomes

1845 San Luis Rd

1839 San Luis Rd

1446 Quail View Cir
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1747 Parkside -1

1930 Camino Verde

2345 Buena Vista Ave

105 Rule Ct

3009-3011 Peachwillow Ln

Analisa

19 Sutters Mill Ct
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27-29 Sutters Mill Ct

2110 Oak Grove Rd

California Palms

2708 Jones Rd

1555 Brooks St

1973 Desert Cor

1071 Esplanade Pl

35-37 Kuhl Ct

90-100 Island Ct

1940 Oak Grove Rd
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1091-1093 Esplanade Pl

1141 Roxie Ln

1854 Shuey Ave

Stoneyridge Lane

2714 Jones Rd

1791 Castle Hill Rd

1070-1072 Esplanade Pl

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2534 Jones Rd
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2702 Jones Rd

2421 Warren Ln

703-705 Picnic Ln

262 Los Banos Ave

2330 San Juan Ave

680 Center St

39-41 Kuhl Ct
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Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Walnut Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Creek Studio Apartments | $2,223 | $1,600 | $3,573 |
| Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $1,650 | $7,278 |
| Walnut Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,880 | $1,983 | $5,108 |
Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,341 | $2,500 | $5,601 |
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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. Palm Terrace in the College Park neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,152 square feet and currently listed start at $2,925. 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 |
| Palm Terrace | 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 February 25, 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 3 Bedroom Model at Palm Terrace starting at $2,925 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Walnut Creek is currently $3,341. 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 |
| Palm Terrace | 3 Bedroom | $2,925 |
| The Enclave | 3 Bed 2 Bath | $2,925 |
| 1038 on Second | Three Bedroom | $3,215 |
| Geary Road Townhomes | 3Bed/3.5Bath | $4,100 |
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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.
Walnut Creek, CAPopulation: 69,825
Ranked #518
in US Census Population by City
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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 $3,341.
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 1,328 sq ft.
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