
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Summit Ridge Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,700 (36 Rentals)
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0000 Overlook Dr

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2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 1

The Grove at Walnut Creek

2323 San Juan Ave

Walnut Hill

The Meridian

Kingston Place Apartments

Park Place Apartments
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Sandpiper Apartments

Flora

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Vaya

320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202

Sunnyvale Terrace Apartments

Trinity Terrace Apartments

440 N Civic Dr

Main Street Terrace

Birchwood Apartments
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Alterra Apartments

Walnut Creek Apartments

470 N Civic Dr

Oak Terrace

1305 Boulevard Way

1571 Alvarado Ave

Terrace Apartments

Spring Meadow

The Morgan Apartments
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Park Lafayette

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100 Boyd

1038 on Second

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1007 Pleasant Valley Dr, Unit Private ADU

The Boulevard

The Courtyard at Poet's Corner

3620 Bickerstaff Rd

Peppertree

3441 Golden Gate Way
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Summit Ridge, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Summit Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Ridge Studio Apartments | $2,325 | $1,890 | $3,003 |
| Summit Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,784 | $1,895 | $4,337 |
| Summit Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,406 | $2,235 | $5,900 |
| Summit Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,471 | $3,204 | $3,996 |
| Summit Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Summit Ridge Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Summit Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Summit Ridge area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Terrace Apartments priced from $1,890. The Morgan Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable Summit Ridge apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Park Lafayette | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $1,980 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,053 |
| Alterra Apartments | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Sandpiper Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $2,304 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Summit Ridge, CA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Summit Ridge 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 Summit Ridge apartment is the Nottingham Model at The Windsor starting at $3,616 with a $3.37 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Summit Ridge 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 |
| The Windsor | Nottingham | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| Lafayette Highlands | Plan 2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| 1038 on Second | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Main Street Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| 300 N Civic Dr #313, Unit Sunny | 300 N Civic Dr #313 | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Flora | Residence 1 Luxury | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| The Morgan Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| 2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 1 | 2318 San Juan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSummit Ridge, Walnut Creek, CA
Ranked #24
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Summit Ridge, Walnut Creek, CA
Springhill Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Summit Ridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Summit Ridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Summit Ridge is at Terrace Apartments listed at $1,890.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Summit Ridge Apartment is $1,895 at The Morgan Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Summit Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Summit Ridge is starting from $2,295 at Kingston Place Apartments.
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