
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Stanley Area Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (51 Rentals)
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The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek

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Park Lafayette

3523 Golden Gate Way

1038 on Second

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Stanley Area, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stanley Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Area Studio Apartments | $2,316 | $1,742 | $3,314 |
| Stanley Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,565 | $1,581 | $4,259 |
| Stanley Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,258 | $1,995 | $5,725 |
| Stanley Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,228 | $3,204 | $7,145 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Stanley Area Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Stanley Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Stanley Area area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek priced from $1,895. Castlewood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Stanley Area apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek | One Bedroom Partial Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene | 1BR,1BA | $1,940 |
| 15Fifty5 | S1A | Studio,1BA | $1,985 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Birchwood Apartments | Unit 6: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Park Lafayette | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,005 |
| Waymark | 0x1-512 | Studio,1BA | $2,030 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stanley Area, CA
As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Stanley Area 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 Stanley Area apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at 3543 Brook Street starting at $2,850 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the Los Palos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stanley Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agora at South Main | Plan 2B | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.69 |
| 3543 Brook Street | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| 3448 OHC | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Villas at San Miguel | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.45 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| 2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 2 | 2318 San Juan Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Birchwood Apartments | Unit 6: 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleStanley Area, Walnut Creek, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Stanley Area, Walnut Creek, CA
Springhill Elementary
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Walnut Creek. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Stanley Area Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
23 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
17 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stanley Area Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Stanley Area?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Stanley Area is at Castlewood Apartments listed at $1,900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanley Area Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stanley Area Apartment is $1,895 at The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stanley Area Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stanley Area is starting from $2,149 at Kingston Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Stanley Area Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Stanley Area Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1038 on Second and starts from $3,225.
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