
Studio Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, CA (317 Rentals)


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2323 San Juan Ave

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The 1960

15Fifty5

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Alpine Park

121 Roble Rd
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121 Roble Rd

121 Roble Rd

1001 Harvey Dr

The Montecito Condominiums

1411 Creekside Dr

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1919 Ygnacio Valley Rd

58 Tahoe Ct

1775 Tice Valley Blvd
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2548 Jones Rd

25 El Mirador

111 Vista Hermosa

1948 Desert Cir

1967 Desert Cir

1852 Bonanza St

1370-1380 Oakland Blvd

1945 Trinity Ave

1744 Parkside Dr

1553-1555 2nd Ave
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1372 Creekside Dr

2638 Baldwin Ln

42 Tahoe Ct

1527 Shuey Ave

1587 2nd Ave

2092 Camel Ln

1975 Desert Cir

132 Village Ct

1175 Mt Diablo Blvd
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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 | $2,283 | $1,600 | $6,170 |
| Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,384 | $1,700 | $4,316 |
| Walnut Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,867 | $1,900 | $5,105 |
| Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,161 | $2,500 | $4,709 |
| Walnut Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,900 | $3,900 | $3,900 |
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Largest Available Walnut Creek Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Walnut Creek, CA is found at Palm Lake in the College Park neighborhood and is 880 square feet priced from $2,576. The Retreat at Walnut Creek in the Diablo Hills neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 796 square feet and currently listed start at $2,610. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Walnut Creek:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Lake | PLM21 | 880 Sq Ft | $2,576 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio Exec | 796 Sq Ft | $2,610 |
| 1716 Lofts | D | 645 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Vaya | E1 | 625 Sq Ft | $2,587 |
| Spring Meadow | Studio | 525 Sq Ft | $1,890 |
| The Boulders | Studio | 505 Sq Ft | $2,174 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| 15Fifty5 | S1A | 500 Sq Ft | $2,443 |
| Alpine Park | Studio | 482 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | 473 Sq Ft | $2,053 |
Cheapest Available Walnut Creek Studio Apartments
As of February 05, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Walnut Creek, CA is the The Cambridge C2 Model starting from $1,766 at Park Regency Apartments in the College Park neighborhood. The second most affordable Walnut Creek Studio is the Studio Model at The Retreat at Walnut Creek starting at $1,807 in the Diablo Hills neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Walnut Creek is currently $2,283. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Walnut Creek:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | $1,766 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | $1,807 |
| Mountain View Apartments | Studio | $1,818 |
| Spring Meadow | Studio | $1,890 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio | $1,990 |
| Alpine Park | Studio | $1,995 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | $2,053 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | $2,150 |
| The Boulders | Studio | $2,174 |
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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 Studio Walnut Creek Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Walnut Creek with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Walnut Creek is at Park Regency Apartments listed at $1,766.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Walnut Creek Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Walnut Creek is $2,283.
What is the largest available Studio Walnut Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Walnut Creek is a 880 square feet unit starting from $2,576 at Palm Lake.
What is the average size for Walnut Creek Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Walnut Creek is currently 501 sq ft.
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