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property at 185 Sierra Dr

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185 Sierra Dr, Unit Greenwood Condos

185 Sierra Dr
Walnut CreekCA94596
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2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 1
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2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 1

2318 San Juan AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Carmel Pines
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel Pines

1770 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Diablo Villa Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Diablo Villa Apartments

1300 Creekside DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Birchwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Birchwood Apartments

1195 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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Ming Tree Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

115 Sharene LnWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Carmel House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel House

1756 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Walnut Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Creek Apartments

1595 Sunnyvale AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Casa Sierra
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Sierra

148 Sierra DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Ygnacio Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ygnacio Village

1295 Homestead AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596

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Cheapest Available Walnut Creek Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Walnut Creek, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at City Walk Apartments in the College Park neighborhood priced from $1,713. Clayton Crossing Apartments in the College Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,715. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Walnut Creek apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
City Walk ApartmentsCitywalk 1x11BR,1BA$1,713
Clayton Crossing ApartmentsWelcome Home to The Clayton Crossing Apartments...1BR,1BA$1,715
The Retreat at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$1,730
Adelaide Park Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,750
Clayton GardensMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,752
Pine Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$1,790
Pine Meadows ApartmentsThe Oak1BR,1BA$1,795
Diablo Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Mountain View ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,818

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, CA

As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Walnut Creek area is the $2.58 price per square foot 2X2 & Small Duplex Model at Sycamore Green Apartments in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Walnut Creek apartment is the 2BD, 1.5BTH Model at Trailview starting at $2,455 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sycamore Green Apartments2X2 & Small Duplex2BR,2BA$2.58
Trailview2BD, 1.5BTH2BR,1.5BA$2.32
Palm Terrace Condominium RentalsTwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.55
Adelaide PinesAdelaide 2x12BR,1BA$2.24
Shoreline 1841 Apartment Homes2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.37
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
Converge TownhomesTwo Bedroom One and One Half Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.27
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.55
2112 Colfax St2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.66
Newell Vistane-stuStudio ,1BA$2.62

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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, CA
Population: 69,825

Ranked #518

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Walnut Creek Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Walnut Creek?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Walnut Creek is at The Retreat at Walnut Creek listed at $1,730.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Walnut Creek Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Walnut Creek Apartment is $1,713 at City Walk Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Walnut Creek Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Walnut Creek is starting from $2,044 at Palm Lake.

What is the most affordable Walnut Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Walnut Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Concord 1441 and starts from $2,546.

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