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1800 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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The Retreat at Walnut Creek
1459 Creekside DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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The Overlook at Walnut Creek
3050 Del Hombre LnWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Walnut Hill
1755 Trinity AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Castlewood Apartments
1160 Lincoln AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Park Regency Apartments
3128 Oak RdWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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The Grove at Walnut Creek
81 Mayhew WayWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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1200 Newell Hill PlWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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1390 Creekside DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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The Rise Walnut Creek
1380 N California BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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1716 Lofts
1716 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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1500 N California BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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The 1960
1960 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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1555 Riviera AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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121 Roble RdWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide
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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 | $2,213 | $1,600 | $3,314 |
| Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $1,581 | $7,466 |
| Walnut Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,965 | $1,863 | $5,725 |
| Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,662 | $2,500 | $7,145 |
| Walnut Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,750 | $5,750 | $5,750 |
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Largest Available Walnut Creek Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Walnut Creek, CA is found at The Retreat at Walnut Creek in the Diablo Hills neighborhood and is 796 square feet priced from $2,564. Vaya in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 676 square feet and currently listed start at $3,314. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Walnut Creek:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio Exec | 796 Sq Ft | $2,564 |
| Vaya | E2 | 676 Sq Ft | $3,314 |
| 1716 Lofts | 517- D | 615 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Palm Lake | PLM01 | 590 Sq Ft | $1,809 |
| Lyric | A1 Open | 584 Sq Ft | $2,596 |
| Spring Meadow | Studio | 525 Sq Ft | $1,890 |
| Waymark | 0x1-518 | 518 Sq Ft | $2,114 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | 510 Sq Ft | $1,975 |
| 15Fifty5 | S1A | 500 Sq Ft | $1,985 |
| The Rise Walnut Creek | S01 | 485 Sq Ft | $2,380 |
Cheapest Available Walnut Creek Studio Apartments
As of December 09, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Walnut Creek, CA is the PLM01 Model starting from $1,809 at Palm Lake in the College Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Walnut Creek Studio is the Studio Model at Mountain View Apartments starting at $1,818 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Walnut Creek is currently $2,213. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Walnut Creek:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Palm Lake | PLM01 | $1,809 |
| Mountain View Apartments | Studio | $1,818 |
| IMT Pleasant Hill | E2 | $1,840 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | $1,850 |
| Spring Meadow | Studio | $1,890 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | $1,900 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | $1,975 |
| 15Fifty5 | S1A | $1,985 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | $2,018 |
| Waymark | 0x1-512 | $2,030 |
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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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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 Studio Walnut Creek Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Walnut Creek with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Walnut Creek is at Palm Lake listed at $1,809.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Walnut Creek Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Walnut Creek is $2,213.
What is the largest available Studio Walnut Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Walnut Creek is a 796 square feet unit starting from $2,564 at The Retreat at Walnut Creek.
What is the average size for Walnut Creek Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Walnut Creek is currently 510 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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