
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arlene Gardens Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (36 Rentals)
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Walnut Hill

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Park Place Apartments

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Diablo Pointe Apartments
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The Meridian

1395 Creekside Dr

The Retreat at Walnut Creek

1385 Creekside Dr

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1355 Creekside Dr

Shutters Apartments
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The Boulders

Oak & Iron

127 Player Ct, Unit 1

Vaya

Lyric

15Fifty5

2321 Tice Valley Blvd, Unit Cottage
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Arlene Gardens, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arlene Gardens?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Arlene Gardens Studio Apartments | $2,751 | $1,775 | $10,000+ |
Arlene Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,345 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
Arlene Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,855 | $2,145 | $10,000+ |
Arlene Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,303 | $3,204 | $7,197 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arlene Gardens Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Arlene Gardens Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arlene Gardens area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Retreat at Walnut Creek priced from $1,781. Park Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Arlene Gardens apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,781 |
Park Place Apartments | Junior 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
The Arbor | 1bdrm/1bth 1st Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Birchwood Apartments | Upstairs with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
Reserve at Walnut Creek | 0X1A | Studio,1BA | $2,104 |
Shutters Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,145 |
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Carmel House | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,163 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlene Gardens, CA
As of June 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Arlene Gardens area is the $3.00 price per square foot 1701 San Miguel Dr Model at 1701 San Miguel Dr, Unit 1701 in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value Arlene Gardens apartment is the 2X1A Model at Bridge at Walnut Creek starting at $2,471 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Tice Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlene Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1701 San Miguel Dr, Unit 1701 | 1701 San Miguel Dr | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Bridge at Walnut Creek | 2X1A | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
Villas at Sierra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Villas at San Miguel | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
Vista Terrace Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
Walnut Hill | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
Shutters Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
Birchwood Apartments | Upstairs with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
The Arbor | 1bdrm/1bth | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleArlene Gardens, Walnut Creek, CA
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Among neighborhoods in Walnut Creek, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Arlene Gardens, Walnut Creek, CA
Parkmead Elementary
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Getting Around the Arlene Gardens Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA
Walk Score®
57 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
22 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arlene Gardens Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arlene Gardens?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arlene Gardens is at The Retreat at Walnut Creek listed at $1,781.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlene Gardens Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlene Gardens Apartment is $1,895 at Park Place Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arlene Gardens Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arlene Gardens is starting from $2,145 at Shutters Apartments.
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