
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arlene Gardens Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (43 Rentals)
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185 Sierra Dr, Unit Greenwood Condos

Creekside Terrace

Newell Vista

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2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 1

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1470 Creekside Dr, Unit 12

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Vaya

1236 Walker Ave, Unit Apt 312

320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202

2591 Walnut Blvd

Carmel Pines
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Trinity Terrace Apartments

440 N Civic Dr

460 N Civic Dr

Birchwood Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

Alterra Apartments

2323 San Juan Ave
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450 N Civic Dr

Carmel House

Casa Sierra

Ygnacio Village

Oak Terrace

1305 Boulevard Way

Westcliffe Trail

1477 Marchbanks Dr
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1571 Alvarado Ave

1236 Walker Ave

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlene Gardens Studio Apartments | $2,374 | $1,825 | $3,065 |
| Arlene Gardens 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,889 | $1,895 | $4,442 |
| Arlene Gardens 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,192 | $2,345 | $4,935 |
| Arlene Gardens 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,204 | $3,996 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | A - STUDIO 462 | Studio,1BA | $1,910 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| Carmel House | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,163 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,210 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,241 |
| Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,259 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath D - 1100 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windsor | Cambridge | 2BR,2BA | $3.47 |
| Flora | Residence 6 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| 303 Masters Ct, Unit 2 | 303 Masters Ct | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath D - 1100 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| 2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 1 | 2318 San Juan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
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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 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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