Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sancho Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (45 Rentals)

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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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Walnut Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Creek Apartments

1595 Sunnyvale AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Casa Sierra
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Sierra

148 Sierra DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Walnut Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Terrace

1340 Mt Pisgah RdWalnut Creek, CA 94596

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2515 Ryan Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2515 Ryan Rd

2515 Ryan RdConcord, CA 94518
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Peppertree
1 Bedroom Apartments

Peppertree

3435 N Main StPleasant Hill, CA 94523
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Villa Montanaro
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Montanaro

203 Coggins DrPleasant Hill, CA 94523

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Sancho, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sancho Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sancho area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Palm Lake priced from $1,809. IMT Pleasant Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,840. Here are the most affordable Sancho apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm LakePLM01Studio,1BA$1,809
IMT Pleasant HillE2Studio,1BA$1,840
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,850
Spring MeadowStudioStudio,1BA$1,890
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut CreekOne Bedroom Partial Reno1BR,1BA$1,895
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene1BR,1BA$1,940
15Fifty5S1AStudio,1BA$1,985
Newell Vistane-1x11BR,1BA$1,995
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sancho, CA

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sancho area is the $2.69 price per square foot Plan 2B Model at Agora at South Main in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $4,367. The second greatest value Sancho apartment is the 2X1 Model at Sycamore Green Apartments starting at $2,600 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the College Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sancho apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Agora at South MainPlan 2B2BR,2.5BA$2.69
Sycamore Green Apartments2X12BR,1BA$2.63
Villas at San Miguel2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.66
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.45
Vista Terrace Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.99
Park Vista ApartmentsPark Vista 2x12BR,1BA$2.60
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.93
Newell Vistane-1x11BR,1BA$2.85
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.03

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Sancho, Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #14

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Northeastern San Francisco. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Sancho Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

58 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sancho Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sancho?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sancho is at Palm Lake listed at $1,809.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sancho Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sancho Apartment is $1,826 at eaves Walnut Creek.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sancho is starting from $2,119 at Palm Lake.

What is the most affordable Sancho Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Sancho Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Rise Walnut Creek and starts from $4,990.

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