Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Castle Hill Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (41 Rentals)

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202

320 N Civic Dr
Walnut CreekCA94596
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Carmel Pines
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel Pines

1770 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Diablo Villa Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Diablo Villa Apartments

1300 Creekside DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Birchwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Birchwood Apartments

1195 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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Ming Tree Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

115 Sharene LnWalnut 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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The Alterra
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Alterra

1200 Alpine RdWalnut 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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Casa Sierra
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Sierra

148 Sierra DrWalnut 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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Castle Hill Area, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

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 Retreat at Walnut Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,899. Here are the most affordable Castle Hill Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Newell Vistane-stuStudio,1BA$1,822
The Retreat at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$1,899
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Four Seasons ApartmentsA - STUDIO 462Studio,1BA$1,950
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene1BR,1BA$2,060
2323 San Juan AveStudioStudio,1BA$2,100
Walnut Terrace1x11BR,1BA$2,135
The AlterraOne Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2,150
Ygnacio VillageA11BR,1BA$2,259
Walnut Hill1x11BR,1BA$2,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castle Hill Area, CA

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Castle Hill Area area is the $3.50 price per square foot 1 Bedroom with Loft Model at Alpine Park in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Castle Hill Area apartment is the 2x2 Model at Shutters Apartments starting at $2,350 with a $2.61 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Alpine Park1 Bedroom with Loft1BR,1BA$3.50
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
Creekside Terrace2BD, 1BTH2BR,1BA$2.85
Hillside Terrace2x1 A2BR,1BA$3.43
Walnut Terrace1x11BR,1BA$2.79
Newell Vistane-1x11BR,1BA$2.85
FloraResidence 1 Luxury1BR,1BA$3.56
Vista Terrace Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.57
Ygnacio VillageA11BR,1BA$3.53
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.22

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Castle Hill Area, Walnut Creek, CA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northeastern San Francisco, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 $1,900 at Diablo Pointe Apartments.

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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