
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Castle Hill Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (40 Rentals)
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Newell Vista

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Park Place Apartments

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Castlewood Apartments

Alpine Park

Walnut Hill
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The 1960

320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202, Unit #202
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Walnut Terrace

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Casa Sierra

Ygnacio Village

1411 Creekside Dr

Oak Terrace

1251 Homestead Ave

300 N Civic Dr

21 Holcomb Ct

Lafayette Commons
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Castle Hill Area, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Castle Hill Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Hill Area Studio Apartments | $2,357 | $1,822 | $3,327 |
| Castle Hill Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,739 | $1,895 | $4,628 |
| Castle Hill Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,086 | $2,191 | $5,118 |
| Castle Hill Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,204 | $3,796 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Castle Hill Area Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Castle Hill Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Castle Hill Area area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Newell Vista priced from $1,822. The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here are the most affordable Castle Hill Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio,1BA | $1,822 |
| The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek | One Bedroom Original | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Park Place Apartments | H Junior | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Alpine Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | B - 1X1 638 | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Lafayette Commons | 2x1 Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Oak & Iron | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath A - 114 Sharene | 2BR,1BA | $2,230 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castle Hill Area, CA
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Castle Hill Area area is the $2.45 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath B - 114 Sharene Model at Oak & Iron in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Castle Hill Area apartment is the Two Bedroom Split-Level Model at Diablo Pointe Apartments starting at $2,630 with a $2.66 price per square foot in the Meadow Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Castle Hill Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak & Iron | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath B - 114 Sharene | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Two Bedroom Split-Level | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| The Arbors | 2 Bdrm/1bth 1st Floor | 2BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| 300 N Civic Dr #313, Unit Sunny | 300 N Civic Dr #313 | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Lafayette Commons | 2x1 Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | B - 1X1 638 | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Castle Hill Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Castle Hill Area?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Castle Hill Area is at Newell Vista listed at $1,822.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Castle Hill Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Castle Hill Area Apartment is $1,850 at The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Castle Hill Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Castle Hill Area is starting from $2,200 at Lafayette Commons.
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