Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakewood Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (38 Rentals)

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from $2,356Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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1800 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Sandpiper Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpiper Apartments

1180 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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Ming Tree Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

115 Sharene LnWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Ygnacio Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ygnacio Village

1295 Homestead AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596

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Carmel House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel House

1756 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596

Lakewood Area, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lakewood Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakewood Area area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Place Apartments priced from $1,895. Diablo Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Lakewood Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Place ApartmentsJunior 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,895
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$1,909
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
FOUR SEASONSC - 1X1 6671BR,1BA$1,950
The Retreat at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$1,984
Walnut Hill1x11BR,1BA$1,986
The Arbor1bdrm/1bth 1st Floor1BR,1BA$1,995
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony1BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakewood Area, CA

As of July 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lakewood Area area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Lakewood Area apartment is the 1701 San Miguel Dr Model at 1701 San Miguel Dr, Unit 1701 starting at $3,300 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakewood Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Geary Road Townhomes2Bed/2Bath2BR,2BA$2.76
1701 San Miguel Dr, Unit 17011701 San Miguel Dr2BR,1BA$3.00
Villas at San Miguel2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.68
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #82BR,1BA$2.42
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.39
Vista Terrace Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.99
Shutters Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.67
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.96
FOUR SEASONSC - 1X1 6671BR,1BA$2.92
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lakewood Area, Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #19

Among neighborhoods in Walnut Creek, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California including Lakewood Area, Walnut Creek, and the greater San Francisco area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Lakewood Area Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakewood Area Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lakewood Area?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lakewood Area is at Castlewood Apartments listed at $1,900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakewood Area Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lakewood Area Apartment is $1,895 at Park Place Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lakewood Area Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lakewood Area is starting from $2,099 at Kingston Place Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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