
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Castle Hill Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (52 Rentals)
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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 | $2,371 | $1,825 | $3,322 |
| Castle Hill Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,765 | $1,900 | $4,411 |
| Castle Hill Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,038 | $2,350 | $5,330 |
| Castle Hill Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,630 | $3,204 | $4,056 |
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There are currently 52 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 $1,835. Castlewood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,925. 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 | $1,835 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,925 |
| Carmel House | 1×1 C | 1BR, 1BA | $2,046 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath Small | 1BR, 1BA | $2,193 |
| Caprice Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,200 |
| Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,259 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,300 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $2,350 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah | 1BR, 1BA | $2,360 |
| Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR, 1BA | $2,375 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castle Hill Area, CA
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Castle Hill Area area is the $2.64 price per square foot A 2 x 2 Model at Park Place Apartments in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Castle Hill Area apartment is the Two Bedroom Split-Level Model at Diablo Pointe Apartments in the Burton Valley neighborhood starting at $2,430 with a $2.46 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Apartments | A 2 x 2 | 2BR, 2BA | $2.64 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Two Bedroom Split-Level | 2BR, 1BA | $2.46 |
| Villas at Sierra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2.63 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $3.39 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $2.61 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | D - 2X1 857 | 2BR, 1BA | $3.12 |
| Creekside Terrace | 2BD, 1BTH | 2BR, 1BA | $3.09 |
| LCN | 2/1 | 2BR, 1BA | $3.19 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah | 1BR, 1BA | $3.28 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.87 |
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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 $1,835.
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 $2,008 at Newell Vista.
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 $2,350 at Shutters Apartments.
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