
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Diablo Hills Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (62 Rentals)
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2732 Eccleston Ave

1726 Crescent Dr

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310 N Civic Dr, Unit 418, Unit 418

Newell Vista

Park Regency Apartments

The Grove at Walnut Creek

Avalon Walnut Ridge

100 Kinross Dr, Unit 15, Unit 15

101 Kinross Dr
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Castlewood Apartments

Oak & Iron

The Arbors

Alpine Park

Walnut Hill

Park Place Apartments

490 N Civic Dr, Unit 108, Unit 108

Birchwood Apartments

eaves Walnut Creek

The Retreat at Walnut Creek
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Carmel House

Diablo Pointe Apartments

Avalon Walnut Creek

2323 San Juan Ave

The Meridian

7011 Sunne Ln, Unit SI FL3-ID1502

Flora

Kingston Place Apartments

The Boulders

Vista Terrace Apartments
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Shutters Apartments

Stoneridge Luxury Apartments

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Atrium Downtown

450 N Civic Dr

Carmel Pines Senior 55+

Sunnyvale Terrace Apartments

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Trinity Terrace Apartments

310 N Civic Dr

101 Kinross Dr
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Main Street Terrace

Sandpiper Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

490 N Civic Dr

Walnut Terrace

Walnut Creek Apartments

Casa Sierra

1246 Walker Ave

3183 Wayside Plaza

Oak Terrace
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Diablo Hills, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Diablo Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diablo Hills Studio Apartments | $2,213 | $1,800 | $3,361 |
| Diablo Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,534 | $1,780 | $4,672 |
| Diablo Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,052 | $1,969 | $5,118 |
| Diablo Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,219 | $3,204 | $5,180 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Diablo Hills Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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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 Diablo Oaks Apartments priced from $1,800. Newell Vista has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,822. Here are the most affordable Diablo Hills apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio,1BA | $1,822 |
| Palm Lake | PLM01 | Studio,1BA | $1,884 |
| Spring Meadow | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,928 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | Studio,1BA | $1,948 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diablo Hills, CA
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Diablo Hills area is the $3.06 price per square foot Plan 2B Townhome + Rooftop Deck Model at Agora at South Main in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $4,947. The second greatest value Diablo Hills apartment is the 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes starting at $3,825 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Diablo Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agora at South Main | Plan 2B Townhome + Rooftop Deck | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.06 |
| Geary Road Townhomes | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Sycamore Green Apartments | 2X2 & Small Duplex | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large Two Bedroom Split-Level | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.74 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| Main Street Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio ,1BA | $2.60 |
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Best Local Schools in Diablo Hills, Walnut Creek, CA
Buena Vista Elementary
Walnut Creek Intermediate
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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 Diablo Oaks Apartments listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Diablo Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Diablo Hills Apartment is $1,994 at Oak & Iron.
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 $2,191 at Oak & Iron.
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