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1800 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Sandpiper Apartments
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Sandpiper Apartments

1180 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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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 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel House

1756 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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1472-1478 Pico Ct
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1472-1478 Pico Ct

1472-1478 Pico CtWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut 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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The Hill, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Hill area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Regency Apartments priced from $1,762. The Retreat at Walnut Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,808. Here are the most affordable The Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,762
The Retreat at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$1,808
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$1,844
Park Place ApartmentsJunior 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,895
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
The Arbor1bdrm/1bth 1st Floor1BR,1BA$1,995
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony1BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Hill, CA

As of June 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the The Hill area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value The Hill apartment is the 2X1A Model at Bridge at Walnut Creek starting at $2,471 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Tice Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Geary Road Townhomes2Bed/2Bath2BR,2BA$2.76
Bridge at Walnut Creek2X1A2BR,1BA$2.47
Villas at Sierra2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.58
Villas at San Miguel2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.68
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #82BR,1BA$2.38
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.39
Walnut Hill2x12BR,1BA$2.76
Shutters Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.67
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.96
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.96

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The Hill, Walnut Creek, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Northeastern San Francisco, CA. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the The Hill Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 The Hill Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Hill?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Hill is at Park Regency Apartments listed at $1,762.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Hill Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Hill Apartment is $1,895 at Park Place Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Hill is starting from $2,099 at Kingston Place Apartments.

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