
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Brooktree Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (33 Rentals)
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Oak & Iron

1470 Creekside Dr, Unit 12

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460 N Civic Dr

155 Sharene Ln

324 Parnell Ct

Ming Tree Apartments

2734 Oak Rd

450 N Civic Dr
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Carmel House

1743 Carmel Dr

470 N Civic Dr

Casa Sierra

1411 Creekside Dr

Ygnacio Village

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Brooktree, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brooktree?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brooktree Studio Apartments | $2,252 | $1,800 | $3,510 |
| Brooktree 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,490 | $1,900 | $3,375 |
| Brooktree 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,063 | $2,044 | $4,290 |
| Brooktree 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,005 | $4,005 | $4,005 |
| Brooktree 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,850 | $6,850 | $6,850 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Brooktree Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Brooktree Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Brooktree area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Retreat at Walnut Creek priced from $1,770. Diablo Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Brooktree apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,770 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,884 |
| Palm Lake | PLM01 | Studio,1BA | $1,959 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 603 | 1BR,1BA | $1,981 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,053 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | C - 1X1 667 | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
| Carmel House | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,163 |
| The Overlook at Walnut Creek | S1A (Income Restricted) | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brooktree, CA
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brooktree area is the $2.66 price per square foot Large Two Bedroom Split-Level Model at Diablo Pointe Apartments in the in the Burton Valley neighborhood starting from $2,770. The second greatest value Brooktree apartment is the 2x2 Model at Shutters Apartments starting at $2,350 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brooktree apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large Two Bedroom Split-Level | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.66 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| 303 Masters Ct, Unit 2 | 303 Masters Ct | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Park Vista Apartments | Park Vista 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 746 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath D - 1100 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | C - 1X1 667 | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Palm Lake | PLM01 | Studio ,1BA | $3.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brooktree Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Brooktree?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Brooktree is under $2,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Brooktree?
The cheapest apartment in Brooktree is Avalon Walnut Ridge which is listed at $1,986, while the average apartment in Brooktree costs $6,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Brooktree?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Brooktree that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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