Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arlene Gardens Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (43 Rentals)

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property at 185 Sierra Dr

$1,800

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Aug 11

185 Sierra Dr, Unit Greenwood Condos

185 Sierra Dr
Walnut CreekCA94596
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2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 1
$1,895
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2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 1

2318 San Juan AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Vaya
$2,428 - $4,442
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$2,428 - $4,442

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1800 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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property at 320 N Civic Dr

$2,500

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320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202

320 N Civic Dr
Walnut CreekCA94596
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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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2323 San Juan Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2323 San Juan Ave

2323 San Juan AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597

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Carmel House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel House

1756 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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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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Westcliffe Trail
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westcliffe Trail

2320 Westcliffe LnWalnut Creek, CA 94597

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Villas at Sierra
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villas at Sierra

137 Sierra DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596

Arlene Gardens, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

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 Newell Vista priced from $1,835. Diablo Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Arlene Gardens apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Newell Vistane-stuStudio,1BA$1,835
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Four Seasons ApartmentsA - STUDIO 462Studio,1BA$1,910
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,100
Carmel HouseOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$2,163
The MeridianOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,210
The Retreat at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$2,241
Ygnacio VillageA11BR,1BA$2,259
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath D - 1100 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$2,284

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arlene Gardens, CA

As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arlene Gardens area is the $3.47 price per square foot Cambridge Model at The Windsor in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,567. The second greatest value Arlene Gardens apartment is the Residence 6 Luxury Model at Flora starting at $3,088 with a $3.15 price per square foot in the Burton Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arlene Gardens apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The WindsorCambridge2BR,2BA$3.47
FloraResidence 6 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.15
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
303 Masters Ct, Unit 2303 Masters Ct2BR,1BA$3.20
The MeridianOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.05
Newell Vistane-stuStudio ,1BA$2.62
Stoneridge Luxury Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$3.44
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath D - 1100 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$3.38
2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 12318 San Juan Ave1BR,1BA$3.16
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.22

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Arlene Gardens, Walnut Creek, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Northeast San Francisco. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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 Newell Vista listed at $1,835.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlene Gardens Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arlene Gardens Apartment is $1,900 at Diablo Pointe 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 $2,350 at Shutters Apartments.

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