Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Buena Vista Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (54 Rentals)

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$2,005 - $5,180Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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1800 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Ming Tree Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

115 Sharene LnWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Carmel House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel House

1756 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Enclave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Enclave

3081 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94597

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Walnut Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Creek Apartments

1595 Sunnyvale AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Casa Sierra
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Sierra

148 Sierra DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Waymark
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waymark

101 Pringle AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Walnut Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Terrace

1340 Mt Pisgah RdWalnut 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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Marquee at Diablo Pines
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Marquee at Diablo Pines

1800-1808 Camino VerdeWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Buena Vista Area, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Buena Vista Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Buena Vista Area area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Regency Apartments priced from $1,718. eaves Walnut Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,876. Here are the most affordable Buena Vista Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,718
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$1,876
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsLarge One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Park LafayetteStudioStudio,1BA$1,940
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B - 1100 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$1,994
Sandpiper Apartments1 Bd 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,995
The Arbors1bdrm/1bth1BR,1BA$1,995
Walnut Hill1x11BR,1BA$2,021
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,050
The Grove at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$2,068

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buena Vista Area, CA

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buena Vista Area area is the $2.91 price per square foot Plan 2C Model at Lafayette Highlands in the in the Stanley neighborhood starting from $3,197. The second greatest value Buena Vista Area apartment is the ne-2x1.5 Model at Newell Vista starting at $2,627 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buena Vista Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lafayette HighlandsPlan 2C2BR,2BA$2.91
Newell Vistane-2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.39
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.45
Vista Terrace Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.99
Avalon Walnut CreekA1-E01-3141BR,1BA$3.13
2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 22318 San Juan Ave2BR,1BA$2.79
Birchwood Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.26
The BoulevardFlat1BR,1BA$3.18
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.12
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$3.12

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Buena Vista Area, Walnut Creek, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Northeast San Francisco, CA. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Buena Vista Area Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buena Vista Area Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Buena Vista Area?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Buena Vista Area is at Park Regency Apartments listed at $1,718.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buena Vista Area Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buena Vista Area Apartment is $1,876 at eaves Walnut Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Buena Vista Area Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Buena Vista Area is starting from $2,199 at Kingston Place Apartments.

What is the most affordable Buena Vista Area Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Buena Vista Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lafayette Highlands and starts from $3,529.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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