
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parkmead Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,800 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Parkmead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkmead Studio Apartments | $2,148 | $1,825 | $2,867 |
| Parkmead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,346 | $1,900 | $3,150 |
| Parkmead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,875 | $2,380 | $3,673 |
| Parkmead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,204 | $3,204 | $3,204 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Parkmead Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Parkmead Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Parkmead area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Newell Vista priced from $1,835. 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 Parkmead apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | A - STUDIO 462 | Studio,1BA | $1,910 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,210 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,241 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parkmead, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Parkmead area is the $3.74 price per square foot Plan 2A Model at Agora at South Main in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $4,527. The second greatest value Parkmead apartment is the Residence 6 Luxury Model at Flora starting at $3,070 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Burton Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Parkmead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agora at South Main | Plan 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.74 |
| Flora | Residence 6 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Alpine Park | 1 Bedroom with Loft | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio ,1BA | $2.62 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.51 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | A - STUDIO 462 | Studio ,1BA | $4.13 |
| Sandpiper Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Parkmead Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Parkmead?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Parkmead is under $3,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Parkmead?
The cheapest apartment in Parkmead is Diablo Pointe Apartments which is listed at $1,900, while the average apartment in Parkmead costs $3,204.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Parkmead?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Parkmead that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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