
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Scottsdale Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (37 Rentals)
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eaves Walnut Creek

Oak & Iron

Alpine Park

Newell Vista

The Arbors

The Grove at Walnut Creek

Avalon Walnut Ridge

Carmel House
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The Boulders

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Avalon Walnut Creek

Shutters Apartments

7011 Sunne Ln

Carmel Pines Senior 55+

Main Street Terrace
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Walnut Terrace

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Casa Sierra

Lyric

100 Boyd

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IMT Pleasant Hill
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The Boulevard

Park Vista Apartments

85 Cleaveland Rd

Sycamore Green Apartments

2515 Ryan Rd

Peppertree
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Scottsdale Area, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scottsdale Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale Area Studio Apartments | $2,135 | $1,744 | $3,028 |
| Scottsdale Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,474 | $1,787 | $4,430 |
| Scottsdale Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,036 | $2,044 | $5,725 |
| Scottsdale Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,031 | $2,925 | $8,556 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Scottsdale Area Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Scottsdale Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Scottsdale Area area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Regency Apartments priced from $1,744. 100 Boyd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,787. Here are the most affordable Scottsdale Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,744 |
| 100 Boyd | Medium 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,787 |
| Mountain View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,818 |
| Main Street Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $1,909 |
| IMT Pleasant Hill | E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,940 |
| Palm Lake | PLM01 | Studio,1BA | $1,969 |
| The Boulevard | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,970 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scottsdale Area, CA
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scottsdale Area area is the $2.58 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Villas at Sierra in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Scottsdale Area apartment is the 2x2 Model at Shutters Apartments starting at $2,350 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scottsdale Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas at Sierra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.52 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Park Vista Apartments | Park Vista 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Sycamore Green Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| The Boulevard | Flat | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Main Street Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scottsdale Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Scottsdale Area?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Scottsdale Area is at Park Regency Apartments listed at $1,744.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scottsdale Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scottsdale Area Apartment is $1,787 at 100 Boyd.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scottsdale Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scottsdale Area is starting from $2,208 at Park Vista Apartments.
What is the most affordable Scottsdale Area Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Scottsdale Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Enclave and starts from $2,925.
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