
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carriage Square Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (40 Rentals)
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eaves Walnut Creek

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Avalon Walnut Ridge

2323 San Juan Ave

The Grove at Walnut Creek

The Enclave

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The Boulders

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Main Street Terrace

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The Gate

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29 Phylis Dr, Unit ADU

1871 Peach Pl

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3051 Treat Blvd

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100 Boyd

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Trailview
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1060 Oak Grove Rd

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The Boulevard

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Carriage Square Area, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carriage Square Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage Square Area Studio Apartments | $2,258 | $1,600 | $3,626 |
| Carriage Square Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,525 | $1,650 | $7,282 |
| Carriage Square Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,026 | $2,000 | $4,989 |
| Carriage Square Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,277 | $2,575 | $4,100 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carriage Square Area Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Carriage Square Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carriage Square Area area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Post Apartments priced from $1,712. Pine Meadows Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,815. Here are the most affordable Carriage Square Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Post Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,712 |
| Pine Meadows Apartments | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,815 |
| Mountain View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,818 |
| Spring Meadow | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| 100 Boyd | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,911 |
| Trailview | Diablo | 1BR,1BA | $1,930 |
| Oak Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| Oakview Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $1,997 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carriage Square Area, CA
As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carriage Square Area area is the $2.02 price per square foot 3Bed/3.5Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Carriage Square Area apartment is the The Willow Model at Wood Creek starting at $2,630 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carriage Square Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Geary Road Townhomes | 3Bed/3.5Bath | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.02 |
| Wood Creek | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Sun Valley | Residence 3 | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| Terrace Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Cowell Terrace | C-42 | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| Park Vista Apartments | Park Vista 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Sycamore Green Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Trailview | Diablo | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Oak Grove | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California including Carriage Square Area, Walnut Creek, and the greater San Francisco area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carriage Square Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Carriage Square Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Carriage Square Area is under $1,997.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Carriage Square Area?
The cheapest apartment in Carriage Square Area is The Post Apartments which is listed at $1,712, while the average apartment in Carriage Square Area costs $2,925.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Carriage Square Area?
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 17 regular apartments in Carriage Square Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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