Cheap Homes for Rent in Walnut Creek, CA from $800 (30 Rentals)

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property at 1726 Crescent Dr

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 16

1726 Crescent Dr

Walnut CreekCA94598
property at 2732 Eccleston Ave

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

2732 Eccleston Ave

Walnut CreekCA94597

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property at 1591 Ellis St

$1,800 - $2,100

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

1591 Ellis St

ConcordCA94520
property at 1731 Ellis St

$1,748 - $1,895

1 Bedroom Rentals

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1731 Ellis St

ConcordCA94520

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property at 450 N Civic Dr

$2,349 - $3,495

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

450 N Civic Dr

Walnut CreekCA94596
property at 1670 Clayton Rd

$2,375

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$2,375

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$2,375

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

1670 Clayton Rd, Unit Condo, Unit Condo

1670 Clayton Rd
ConcordCA94520

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Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

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 $1,695. Sequoyah Apartments in the College Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,696. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Walnut Creek apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
City Walk ApartmentsCitywalk 1x11BR,1BA$1,695
Sequoyah ApartmentsSequoyah 1x11BR,1BA$1,696
Clayton Crossing ApartmentsWelcome Home to The Clayton Crossing Apartments...1BR,1BA$1,715
Clayton GardensMedium 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,756
St Moritz Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,794
Pine Meadows ApartmentsThe Oak1BR,1BA$1,795
Diablo Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Pine Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom 2nd Floor1BR,1BA$1,800
Mountain View ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,818

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, CA

As of May 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Walnut Creek area is the $2.50 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Palm Terrace Condominium Rentals in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $2,875. The second greatest value Walnut Creek apartment is the 2X2 & Small Duplex Model at Sycamore Green Apartments starting at $2,800 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut Creek apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palm Terrace Condominium RentalsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$2.50
Sycamore Green Apartments2X2 & Small Duplex2BR,2BA$2.58
Lime RidgeB12BR,2BA$2.62
Shoreline 1841 Apartment Homes2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.48
Converge TownhomesTwo Bedroom One and One Half Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.39
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
Palace Apartment HomesPalace 1x11BR,1BA$2.27
St Moritz Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.44
Mendocino Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.64
Sequoyah ApartmentsSequoyah 1x11BR,1BA$2.61

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Walnut Creek, CA
Population: 69,825

Ranked #518

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Walnut Creek

What type of rentals are currently available in Walnut Creek?

There are currently 850 Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $6,611. There are also 111 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Walnut Creek ranging from $850 to $13,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Walnut Creek?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Walnut Creek ranges from $850 to $13,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,429.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Walnut Creek?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Walnut Creek range from $2,500 to $5,899, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $5,895. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,430.

Expert Rental Resources

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