
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Keys Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (51 Rentals)
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Creekside Terrace

Walnut Hill

Diablo Pointe Apartments

Oak & Iron

eaves Walnut Creek

Alpine Park

Newell Vista

Birchwood Apartments

The Grove at Walnut Creek
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The Arbors

The Enclave

2323 San Juan Ave

Carmel House

The Boulders

Castlewood Apartments

The Retreat at Walnut Creek

Avalon Walnut Ridge

The Meridian

Vaya
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Waymark

Avalon Walnut Creek

1281 Homestead Ave

Shutters Apartments

Stoneridge Luxury Apartments

Atrium Downtown

1672 Terrace Road,Walnut Crk
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The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek

Trinity Terrace Apartments

Main Street Terrace

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Walnut Terrace

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Oak Terrace

Park Place Apartments

Marquee at Diablo Pines

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Palm Lake

IMT Pleasant Hill

Park Vista Apartments

2515 Ryan Rd
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The Keys, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Keys?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Keys Studio Apartments | $2,285 | $1,736 | $3,050 |
| The Keys 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,618 | $1,925 | $5,342 |
| The Keys 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,131 | $2,054 | $5,815 |
| The Keys 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,321 | $2,895 | $8,050 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Keys Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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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 Park Regency Apartments priced from $1,736. Main Street Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,899. Here are the most affordable The Keys apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,736 |
| Main Street Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $1,961 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments in the Heart of Downtown Walnut Creek | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,018 |
| Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Keys, CA
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Keys area is the $2.02 price per square foot 3Bed/3.5Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value The Keys apartment is the 2x2 Model at Shutters Apartments starting at $2,350 with a $2.61 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geary Road Townhomes | 3Bed/3.5Bath | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.02 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.52 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Park Vista Apartments | Park Vista 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Main Street Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe Keys, Walnut Creek, CA
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Best Local Schools in The Keys, Walnut Creek, CA
Buena Vista Elementary
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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 Park Regency Apartments listed at $1,736.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Keys Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Keys Apartment is $1,899 at Main Street Terrace.
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 $2,265 at Kingston Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable The Keys Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Keys Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Enclave and starts from $2,895.
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