
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northgate Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (32 Rentals)
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The Overlook at Walnut Creek

eaves Walnut Creek

Newell Vista

Avalon Walnut Ridge

Ygnacio Gardens

50 Tahoe Ct

1967 Desert Cir
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1963 Desert Cir

186 Sierra Dr

Analisa

1965 Desert Cir

45 Tahoe Ct

33 Tahoe Ct

Ygnacio Village

Park Lake at Walnut Creek
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1972 Desert

1978 Desert
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Northgate Area, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northgate Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northgate Area Studio Apartments | $2,273 | $1,818 | $3,300 |
| Northgate Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,488 | $1,878 | $3,696 |
| Northgate Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,985 | $1,969 | $4,451 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northgate Area Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Northgate Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northgate Area area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Palm Lake priced from $1,809. Mountain View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,818. Here are the most affordable Northgate Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Lake | PLM01 | Studio,1BA | $1,809 |
| Mountain View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,818 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio,1BA | $1,822 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | Studio,1BA | $1,831 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $1,878 |
| Converge Townhomes | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,209 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $2,454 |
| Park Lake at Walnut Creek | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $2,596 |
| Sycamore Green Apartments | 2X2 & Small Duplex | 2BR,2BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northgate Area, CA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northgate Area area is the $2.58 price per square foot 2X2 & Small Duplex Model at Sycamore Green Apartments in the in the College Park neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Northgate Area apartment is the B2R Model at Park Lake at Walnut Creek starting at $3,915 with a $3.75 price per square foot in the Waldon neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northgate Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sycamore Green Apartments | 2X2 & Small Duplex | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Park Lake at Walnut Creek | B2R | 2BR,2BA | $3.75 |
| Converge Townhomes | Two Bedroom One and One Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Palm Lake | PLM11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| The Overlook at Walnut Creek | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.53 |
| Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.45 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | Studio ,1BA | $3.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorthgate Area, Walnut Creek, CA
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Best Local Schools in Northgate Area, Walnut Creek, CA
Walnut Acres Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northgate Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Northgate Area?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Northgate Area is at Palm Lake listed at $1,809.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Northgate Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Northgate Area Apartment is $1,878 at eaves Walnut Creek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northgate Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northgate Area is starting from $2,150 at Converge Townhomes.
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