Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Diablo Hills Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,200 (49 Rentals)

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1800 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Sandpiper Apartments
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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Birchwood Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Birchwood Apartments

1195 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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Ygnacio Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ygnacio Village

1295 Homestead AveWalnut 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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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596

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2515 Ryan Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2515 Ryan Rd

2515 Ryan RdConcord, CA 94518
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Peppertree
1 Bedroom Apartments

Peppertree

3435 N Main StPleasant Hill, CA 94523

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 $1,683. The Retreat at Walnut Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,846. 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$1,683
The Retreat at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$1,846
Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,852
100 BoydMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,899
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom ApartmentsOne Bedroom Partial Reno1BR,1BA$1,950
Park Place ApartmentsJunior 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,975
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony1BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Diablo Hills, CA

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Diablo Hills area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Waldon neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Diablo Hills apartment is the Nottingham Model at The Windsor starting at $3,075 with a $2.86 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 Townhomes2Bed/2Bath2BR,2BA$2.76
The WindsorNottingham2BR,2BA$2.86
Spring MeadowTownhome2BR,1.5BA$2.48
Villas at Sierra2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.58
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #382BR,1BA$2.38
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.39
Walnut Hill2x12BR,1BA$2.76
Shutters Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.58
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.96
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$2.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Diablo Hills, Walnut Creek, CA

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Among neighborhoods in Walnut Creek, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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4.0
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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!

Getting Around the Diablo Hills Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $1,710.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Diablo Hills Apartment is $1,776 at eaves Walnut Creek.

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 $2,019 at Palm Lake.

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