
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Walnut Creek area of Walnut Creek.


Castlewood Apartments

Oak & Iron

Alpine Park

Newell Vista

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2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 2

Carmel House

Vaya

Waymark

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Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Walnut Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Walnut Creek Studio Apartments | $2,461 | $1,867 | $3,641 |
| Downtown Walnut Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,858 | $1,905 | $4,772 |
| Downtown Walnut Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,382 | $2,095 | $5,725 |
| Downtown Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,616 | $3,652 | $7,731 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| 15Fifty5 | S1A | Studio,1BA | $2,061 |
| Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,124 |
| Carmel House | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,163 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah | 1BR,1BA | $2,165 |
| Waymark | 0x1-512 | Studio,1BA | $2,230 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,240 |
| Alpine Park | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agora at South Main | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.25 |
| Newell Vista | ne-2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
| 103 Margarido Dr | 103 Margarido Dr | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Villas at San Miguel | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| 2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 2 | 2318 San Juan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath E - 1307 Mt Pisgah | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA
Buena Vista Elementary
Walnut Creek Intermediate
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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