
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Castle Hill Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (31 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Castle Hill Area area of Walnut Creek.


The Retreat at Walnut Creek

Walnut Hill

Oak & Iron

Diablo Pointe Apartments

Newell Vista

Alpine Park
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Birchwood Apartments

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2323 San Juan Ave

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Shutters Apartments

1672 Terrace Road,Walnut Crk

Carmel Pines Senior 55+
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Ygnacio Village

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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 | $2,312 | $1,775 | $3,114 |
| Castle Hill Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,562 | $1,910 | $4,316 |
| Castle Hill Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,920 | $2,320 | $5,105 |
| Castle Hill Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $3,204 | $3,729 |
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There are currently 31 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 The Retreat at Walnut Creek priced from $1,807. Oak & Iron has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,910. Here are the most affordable Castle Hill Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,807 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene | 1BR,1BA | $1,910 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Alpine Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,118 |
| FOUR SEASONS | C - 1X1 667 | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castle Hill Area, CA
As of February 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Castle Hill Area area is the $2.61 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Shutters Apartments in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Castle Hill Area apartment is the 2x1 Model at Vista Terrace Apartments starting at $2,550 with a $2.87 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Large One Bedroom - Closed Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| FOUR SEASONS | C - 1X1 667 | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
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Best Local Schools in Castle Hill Area, Walnut Creek, CA
Parkmead Elementary
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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 The Retreat at Walnut Creek listed at $1,807.
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 $1,910 at Oak & Iron.
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 $2,335 at Oak & Iron.
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