
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,900 (4 Rentals)
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Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Walnut Creek?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Walnut Creek 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,392 | $2,900 | $3,995 |
Downtown Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,625 | $3,500 | $3,750 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Walnut Creek, CA
As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Walnut Creek area is the $3.09 price per square foot 1701 San Miguel Dr Model at 1701 San Miguel Dr, Unit 1701 in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Downtown Walnut Creek apartment is the B1 Model at Westcliffe Trail starting at $3,350 with a $3.47 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. |
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1701 San Miguel Dr, Unit 1701 | 1701 San Miguel Dr | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
Westcliffe Trail | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.47 |
Villas at Sierra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Walnut Creek Apartments | 2B/ 1B #38 | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Walnut Hill | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
The Arbor | 1bdrm/1bth | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
Vista Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Walnut Creek
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Walnut Creek?
There are currently 171 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Walnut Creek, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,575 to $19,334. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Walnut Creek ranging from $1,950 to $3,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Walnut Creek?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Walnut Creek ranges from $1,950 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,081.
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