Apartments for Rent in the Diablo Hills Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA (417 Rentals)

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Vaya
$2,575 - $4,411

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1800 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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15Fifty5
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$2,601 - $3,537

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1555 Riviera AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Atrium Downtown
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$2,854 - $3,363

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Atrium Downtown

1812 Trinity AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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The 1960
$3,080 - $7,247

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1960 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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303 Masters Ct, Unit 2
$2,700

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2 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 15

303 Masters Ct, Unit 2

303 Masters CtWalnut Creek, CA 94598
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property at 1457 Marchbanks Dr
$2,000

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1457 Marchbanks Dr, Unit 1

1457 Marchbanks Dr
Walnut CreekCA94598

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property at 1251 Homestead Ave
$3,050

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1251 Homestead Ave

Walnut CreekCA94598
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property at 320 N Civic Dr
$2,500

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Base Rent$2,500
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320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202

320 N Civic Dr
Walnut CreekCA94596
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property at 340 N Civic
$2,200

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340 N Civic, Unit 409

340 N Civic
Walnut CreekCA94596
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property at 650 Preakness Dr
$3,900

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Base Rent$3,900
Total Monthly Price$3,900
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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650 Preakness Dr

Walnut CreekCA94597
property at 1530 Sunnyvale Ave
$2,700

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1530 Sunnyvale Ave, Unit #1 Twinoak Place

1530 Sunnyvale Ave
Walnut CreekCA94597
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Diablo Hills, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California, including Walnut Creek. 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 proximity to parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have younger kids? Amongst all of the communities in Walnut Creek, Diablo Hills has risen to be one of our favorite submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, trails and recreation, and access to highly-rated learning and education resources for the kids to attend.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to parks and green spaces is something they look for when they rent. This residential area is known as providing top-rated access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Diablo Hills is one of our preferred upscale communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, proximity to great shopping areas, gardens, nearby parks, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

This part of Walnut Creek ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Diablo Hills

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Diablo Hills area of Walnut Creek, CA?

As of today, September 10, 2026, there are currently 417 available Diablo Hills apartments priced from $1,754 to $5,903, with an average monthly rent of $2,754.

How much are Studio apartments in Diablo Hills?

There are currently 136 Studio Apartments in Diablo Hills with rent ranges from $1,754 to $4,154 with an average price of $2,358.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Diablo Hills Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Diablo Hills ranges from $1,900 to $4,411 with an average monthly rent of $2,667.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Diablo Hills cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Diablo Hills range from $1,969 to $5,330. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,104.

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