
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Hill Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (58 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Hill area of Walnut Creek.


0000 Overlook Dr

eaves Walnut Creek

Newell Vista

Creekside Terrace

Park Regency Apartments

The Retreat at Walnut Creek

Diablo Pointe Apartments

Castlewood Apartments

Four Seasons Apartments
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Avalon Walnut Ridge

Oak & Iron

Walnut Hill

2323 San Juan Ave

1305 Boulevard Way, Unit 1305 Boulevard Way

1305 Boulevard Way, Unit 105

The Arbors

The Meridian

Total Monthly Price
7011 Sunne Ln, Unit SI FL3-ID1502

Kingston Place Apartments
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1172 Saranap Ave

1196 Alta Vista Ct, Unit #1

Sandpiper Apartments

Vista Terrace Apartments

Shutters Apartments

Stoneridge Luxury Apartments

Park Place Apartments

Carmel Pines

Sunnyvale Terrace Apartments

150 Sharene Ln
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Diablo Villa Apartments

Trinity Terrace Apartments

324 Parnell Ct

Birchwood Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

2562 Walnut Blvd

155 Sharene Ln

Walnut Terrace

The Alterra

1407 Marchbanks Dr
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Carmel House

2734 Oak Rd

Walnut Creek Apartments

Casa Sierra

450 N Civic Dr

1411 Creekside Dr

Ygnacio Village

Oak Terrace

470 N Civic Dr

Westcliffe Trail
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The Hill, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hill Studio Apartments | $2,309 | $1,800 | $3,300 |
| The Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,683 | $1,759 | $4,681 |
| The Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,218 | $2,235 | $5,330 |
| The Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,285 | $3,204 | $5,702 |
| The Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,500 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 58 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Hill Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available The Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Hill area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at eaves Walnut Creek priced from $1,759. Diablo Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable The Hill apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $1,759 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio,1BA | $1,822 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,888 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,899 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | A - STUDIO 462 | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 603 | 1BR,1BA | $2,040 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene | 1BR,1BA | $2,060 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Hill, CA
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Hill 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 The Hill apartment is the Plan 2C Model at Lafayette Highlands starting at $3,307 with a $3.01 price per square foot in the Stanley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Hill 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 |
| Lafayette Highlands | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $3.01 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| Park Vista Apartments | Park Vista 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Creekside Terrace | 2BD, 1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
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Best Local Schools in The Hill, Walnut Creek, CA
Buena Vista Elementary
Walnut Creek Intermediate
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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!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in The Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in The Hill is under $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in The Hill?
The cheapest apartment in The Hill is eaves Walnut Creek which is listed at $1,759, while the average apartment in The Hill costs $5,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in The Hill?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in The Hill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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