Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (26 Rentals)

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$2,217 - $4,774Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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1800 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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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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Casa Sierra
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Sierra

148 Sierra DrWalnut 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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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Villas at Sierra
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villas at Sierra

137 Sierra DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596

Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Walnut Creek Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Walnut Creek area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Castlewood Apartments priced from $1,900. 15Fifty5 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,061. Here are the most affordable Downtown Walnut Creek apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
15Fifty5S1AStudio,1BA$2,061
Ygnacio VillageA11BR,1BA$2,124
Carmel HouseOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$2,163
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah1BR,1BA$2,165
Waymark0x1-512Studio,1BA$2,230
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2,240
Alpine Park1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250
Park Place Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Walnut Creek, CA

As of November 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Walnut Creek area is the $3.25 price per square foot Plan 2A Model at Agora at South Main in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,929. The second greatest value Downtown Walnut Creek apartment is the ne-2x1.5 Model at Newell Vista starting at $2,627 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Walnut Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Agora at South MainPlan 2A2BR,2BA$3.25
Newell Vistane-2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.39
103 Margarido Dr103 Margarido Dr2BR,1BA$3.00
Villas at San Miguel2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.66
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
Vista Terrace Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.99
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.93
2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 22318 San Juan Ave2BR,1BA$2.79
Park Place Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.17
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah1BR,1BA$3.01

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #37

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, and the greater San Francisco area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

91 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Walnut Creek Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Walnut Creek?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Walnut Creek is at Castlewood Apartments listed at $1,900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Walnut Creek Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Walnut Creek Apartment is $2,124 at Ygnacio Village.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Walnut Creek Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Walnut Creek is starting from $2,350 at Shutters Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Walnut Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Walnut Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Waymark and starts from $4,600.

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