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Walnut CreekCA94596
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ConcordCA94518
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Where to Live, Where to Work: Your Guide to Top Neighborhoods to Rent Near San Francisco's 5 Best Employers
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Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Walnut Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Creek 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,867 | $2,100 | $4,350 |
| Walnut Creek 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,228 | $2,625 | $6,000 |
| Walnut Creek 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,827 | $4,000 | $9,500 |
| Walnut Creek 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,100 | $5,100 | $5,100 |
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Cheapest Available Walnut Creek Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Walnut Creek, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at City Walk Apartments in the College Park neighborhood priced from $1,711. The Post Apartments in the College Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,712. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Walnut Creek apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Walk Apartments | Citywalk 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,711 |
| The Post Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,712 |
| Clayton Crossing Apartments | Welcome Home to The Clayton Crossing Apartments... | 1BR,1BA | $1,715 |
| Adelaide Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Pine Meadows Apartments | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Pine Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom 2nd Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Mountain View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,818 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, CA
As of March 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Walnut Creek area is the $2.54 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Palm Terrace in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $2,925. The second greatest value 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 Walnut Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Terrace | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.54 |
| Newell Vista | ne-2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
| Sycamore Green Apartments | 2X2 & Small Duplex | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large Two Bedroom Split-Level | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.74 |
| Wood Creek | The Willow | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| Lime Ridge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Villas at San Miguel | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| Cowell Terrace | C-42 | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
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There are currently 849 Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $5,843. There are also 102 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Walnut Creek ranging from $1,250 to $9,999.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Walnut Creek ranges from $1,250 to $9,999 with an average monthly rent of $4,042.
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