
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Pleasant Valley Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,700 (30 Rentals)
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The Grove at Walnut Creek

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Avalon Walnut Ridge

eaves Walnut Creek

7011 Sunne Ln, Unit SI FL3-ID1502

Avalon Walnut Creek
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2659 Baldwin Ln

1001 Harvey Dr, Unit SI FL4-ID1499

The Enclave

2982 Santos Ln, Unit SI FL2-ID987

121 Roble Rd, Unit GO FL1-ID10847A

121 Roble Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID11795A
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121 Roble Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID11804A

7011 Sunne Ln, Unit SI FL3-ID1503

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Main Street Terrace

3183 Wayside Plaza

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Diablo Oaks Apartments
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Terrace Apartments

Spring Meadow

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100 Boyd

The Boulevard

The Courtyard at Poet's Corner

IMT Pleasant Hill

Peppertree
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Villa Montanaro

1349 Tree Garden Pl
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pleasant Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Valley Studio Apartments | $2,163 | $1,800 | $3,361 |
| Pleasant Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,451 | $2,021 | $3,780 |
| Pleasant Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $2,235 | $4,931 |
| Pleasant Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,798 | $4,075 | $5,310 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Pleasant Valley Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Pleasant Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Pleasant Valley area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Diablo Oaks Apartments priced from $1,800. IMT Pleasant Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,840. Here are the most affordable Pleasant Valley apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| IMT Pleasant Hill | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,840 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| Spring Meadow | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,898 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,920 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | Studio,1BA | $1,923 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $2,021 |
| 100 Boyd | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,196 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pleasant Valley, CA
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pleasant Valley area is the $3.06 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,825. The second greatest value Pleasant Valley apartment is the Cantabury Model at Kingston Place Apartments starting at $2,295 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pleasant Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geary Road Townhomes | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| Main Street Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Villa Montanaro | 1x1-713 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| 2659 Baldwin Ln | 2659 Baldwin Ln | 2BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| The Enclave | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.01 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Spring Meadow | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.60 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | Studio ,1BA | $3.77 |
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.76 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePleasant Valley, Walnut Creek, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pleasant Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pleasant Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pleasant Valley is at Diablo Oaks Apartments listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pleasant Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pleasant Valley Apartment is $2,100 at Diablo Oaks Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pleasant Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pleasant Valley is starting from $2,295 at Kingston Place Apartments.
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