
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Meadow Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (28 Rentals)
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Newell Vista

Castlewood Apartments

Diablo Pointe Apartments

Oak & Iron

1470 Creekside Dr, Unit 12

Park Place Apartments
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Shutters Apartments

Stoneridge Luxury Apartments

1236 Walker Ave, Unit Apt 312

2591 Walnut Blvd

320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202

Carmel Pines
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440 N Civic Dr

460 N Civic Dr

155 Sharene Ln

Ming Tree Apartments

450 N Civic Dr

Carmel House

Casa Sierra
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470 N Civic Dr

1743 Carmel Dr

Ygnacio Village

Westcliffe Trail

1477 Marchbanks Dr

1236 Walker Ave

Villas at Sierra
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Meadow Creek, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Meadow Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Creek Studio Apartments | $2,019 | $1,835 | $2,609 |
| Meadow Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,592 | $1,900 | $3,508 |
| Meadow Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,141 | $2,300 | $4,812 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Meadow Creek Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Meadow Creek Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Meadow Creek area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Newell Vista priced from $1,835. Carmel House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,163. Here are the most affordable Meadow Creek apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
| Carmel House | One Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $2,163 |
| Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,259 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath D - 1100 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2,284 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Westcliffe Trail | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,315 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,350 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Two Bedroom Split-Level | 2BR,1BA | $2,410 |
| Akin Residences | S01 | Studio,1BA | $2,558 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meadow Creek, CA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meadow Creek area is the $2.66 price per square foot Large Two Bedroom Split-Level Model at Diablo Pointe Apartments in the in the Burton Valley neighborhood starting from $2,770. The second greatest value Meadow Creek apartment is the 1 Bedroom with Loft Model at Alpine Park starting at $3,150 with a $3.50 price per square foot in the Burton Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meadow Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large Two Bedroom Split-Level | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.66 |
| Alpine Park | 1 Bedroom with Loft | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| 303 Masters Ct, Unit 2 | 303 Masters Ct | 2BR,1BA | $3.20 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Park Place Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath D - 1100 Lincoln Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Meadow Creek Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Meadow Creek?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Meadow Creek is at Newell Vista listed at $1,835.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Meadow Creek Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Meadow Creek Apartment is $2,163 at Carmel House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Meadow Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Meadow Creek is starting from $2,350 at Shutters Apartments.
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