Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Keys Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (46 Rentals)

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$2,195

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1595 3rd Ave

Walnut CreekCA94597

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Sandpiper Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

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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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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Walnut Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Terrace

1340 Mt Pisgah RdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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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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Marquee at Diablo Pines
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Marquee at Diablo Pines

1800-1808 Camino VerdeWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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2515 Ryan Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2515 Ryan Rd

2515 Ryan RdConcord, CA 94518
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IMT Pleasant Hill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

IMT Pleasant Hill

225 Coggins DrPleasant Hill, CA 94523

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Villa Montanaro
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Montanaro

203 Coggins DrPleasant Hill, CA 94523
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The Keys, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available The Keys Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Keys area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at The Retreat at Walnut Creek priced from $1,785. Creekside Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable The Keys apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Retreat at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$1,785
Creekside Terrace0BD, 1BTHStudio,1BA$1,825
Alpine ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
The Grove at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$1,998
Avalon Walnut Ridge510Studio,1BA$2,098
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B - 1100 Lincoln Ave1BR,1BA$2,129
Walnut Hill1x11BR,1BA$2,143
The BouldersStudioStudio,1BA$2,174
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,175
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$2,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Keys, CA

As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Keys area is the $3.06 price per square foot Plan 2B Townhome + Rooftop Deck Model at Agora at South Main in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $4,949. The second greatest value The Keys apartment is the ne-2x1.5 Model at Newell Vista starting at $2,627 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Keys apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Agora at South MainPlan 2B Townhome + Rooftop Deck2BR,2.5BA$3.06
Newell Vistane-2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.39
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Split-Level2BR,1BA$2.54
Villas at Sierra2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.61
Shutters Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.61
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.55
The Arbors2 Bdrm/1bth 1st Floor2BR,1BA$2.89
Vista Terrace Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.87
Ygnacio VillageB12BR,1BA$3.11
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.93

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including The Keys, Walnut Creek, and the greater San Francisco area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Keys Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in The Keys?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in The Keys is at The Retreat at Walnut Creek listed at $1,785.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Keys Apartment is $2,129 at Oak & Iron.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Keys is starting from $2,295 at Kingston Place Apartments.

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