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

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1701 San Miguel Dr, Unit 17011701 San Miguel Dr2BR,1BA$3.09
Westcliffe TrailB12BR,1.5BA$3.47
Villas at Sierra2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.58
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #382BR,1BA$2.38
Walnut Hill2x12BR,1BA$2.76
The Arbor1bdrm/1bth1BR,1BA$3.17
Vista Terrace Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.23
Ygnacio VillageA11BR,1BA$3.32
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene1BR,1BA$3.17
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,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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