Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Scottsdale Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (39 Rentals)

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Carmel Pines
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel Pines

1770 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Ming Tree Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

115 Sharene LnWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Carmel House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel House

1756 Carmel DrWalnut 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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Ygnacio Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ygnacio Village

1295 Homestead AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Westcliffe Trail
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westcliffe Trail

2320 Westcliffe LnWalnut Creek, CA 94597

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100 Boyd
$2,069 - $2,244
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100 Boyd

100 Boyd RdPleasant Hill, CA 94523
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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

Scottsdale Area, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

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 Diablo Oaks Apartments priced from $1,800. Mountain View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,818. Here are the most affordable Scottsdale Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Diablo Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,800
Mountain View ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,818
Newell Vistane-stuStudio,1BA$1,835
Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,890
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,891
Palm LakePLM01Studio,1BA$1,959
Avalon Walnut Ridge6031BR,1BA$2,018
The Grove at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$2,053
Carmel HouseOne Bedroom B1BR,1BA$2,163
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene1BR,1BA$2,170

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scottsdale Area, CA

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale Area apartment is the 996 Model at eaves Walnut Creek starting at $2,768 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scottsdale Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sycamore Green Apartments2X2 & Small Duplex2BR,2BA$2.58
eaves Walnut Creek9962BR,2BA$2.78
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.55
303 Masters Ct, Unit 2303 Masters Ct2BR,1BA$3.20
Park Vista ApartmentsPark Vista 2x12BR,1BA$2.86
Main Street TerraceTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.19
Castlewood ApartmentsLarge One Bedroom - Closed Kitchen1BR,1BA$2.94
300 N Civic Dr #313, Unit Sunny300 N Civic Dr #3131BR,1BA$3.25
Newell Vistane-stuStudio ,1BA$2.62

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Scottsdale Area, Walnut Creek, CA

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Scottsdale Area, Walnut Creek, and the greater San Francisco area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 Diablo Oaks Apartments listed at $1,800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scottsdale Area Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scottsdale Area Apartment is $1,950 at Mountain View Apartments.

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 $2,044 at Palm Lake.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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