Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Diablo Hills Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (53 Rentals)

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Sandpiper Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpiper Apartments

1180 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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Ygnacio Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ygnacio Village

1295 Homestead AveWalnut 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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Walnut Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Creek Apartments

1595 Sunnyvale AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Casa Sierra
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Sierra

148 Sierra DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596

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Diablo Hills, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Diablo Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Diablo Hills area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Regency Apartments priced from $1,714. IMT Pleasant Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,860. Here are the most affordable Diablo Hills apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,714
IMT Pleasant HillE1Studio,1BA$1,860
Spring MeadowStudioStudio,1BA$1,890
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,899
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsLarge One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,925
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$1,956
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene1BR,1BA$1,990
100 BoydMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,990
The Arbors1bdrm/1bth1BR,1BA$1,995
Newell Vistane-1x11BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diablo Hills, CA

As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Diablo Hills area is the $2.02 price per square foot 3Bed/3.5Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Diablo Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Villas at Sierra starting at $2,450 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Diablo Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Geary Road Townhomes3Bed/3.5Bath3BR,3.5BA$2.02
Villas at Sierra2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.58
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.52
Vista Terrace Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.87
Park Vista ApartmentsPark Vista 2x12BR,1BA$2.60
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.90
Newell Vistane-1x11BR,1BA$2.85
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.89
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsLarge One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.96

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Walnut Creek. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Diablo Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Diablo Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Diablo Hills is at Park Regency Apartments listed at $1,714.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Diablo Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Diablo Hills Apartment is $1,899 at Main Street Terrace.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Diablo Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Diablo Hills is starting from $2,208 at Park Vista Apartments.

What is the most affordable Diablo Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Diablo Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Enclave and starts from $2,925.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!