Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Estate of Walnut Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (61 Rentals)

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property at 2732 Eccleston Ave

$1,400

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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2732 Eccleston Ave

Walnut CreekCA94597
property at 101 Kinross Dr

$1,950

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$1,950
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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101 Kinross Dr

Walnut CreekCA94598

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Atrium Downtown
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$2,394 - $3,388
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Atrium Downtown

1812 Trinity 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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property at 490 N Civic Dr

$1,995 - $2,900

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490 N Civic Dr

Walnut CreekCA94596
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Walnut Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Creek Apartments

1595 Sunnyvale AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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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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100 Boyd
$2,021 - $2,271
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100 Boyd

100 Boyd RdPleasant Hill, CA 94523
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Estate of Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Estate of Walnut Creek Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Estate of Walnut Creek area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Diablo Oaks Apartments priced from $1,800. Palm Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,809. Here are the most affordable Estate of Walnut Creek apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Diablo Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Palm LakePLM01Studio,1BA$1,809
Mountain View ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,818
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,830
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut CreekOne Bedroom Original1BR,1BA$1,850
Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,890
Spring MeadowStudioStudio,1BA$1,890
The Grove at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$1,928
Oak Grove Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1,985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Estate of Walnut Creek, CA

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Estate of Walnut Creek area is the $2.60 price per square foot C1 Model at Westcliffe Trail in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,810. The second greatest value Estate of Walnut Creek apartment is the 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes starting at $3,825 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Estate of Walnut Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westcliffe TrailC13BR,1.5BA$2.60
Geary Road Townhomes2Bed/2Bath2BR,2BA$3.06
Sycamore Green Apartments2X2 & Small Duplex2BR,2BA$2.58
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
Converge TownhomesTwo Bedroom One and One Half Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.39
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.55
The Arbors2 Bdrm/1bth 1st Floor2BR,1BA$2.89
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.93
Oak Grove Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.92
Palm LakePLM01Studio ,1BA$3.07

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Our team works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Estate of Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, and the greater San Francisco area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Estate of Walnut Creek Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Estate of Walnut Creek?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Estate of Walnut Creek is at Diablo Oaks Apartments listed at $1,800.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Estate of Walnut Creek Apartment is $1,850 at The Alterra.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Estate of Walnut Creek is starting from $2,150 at Converge Townhomes.

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