
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waldon Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,700 (24 Rentals)
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1726 Crescent Dr

Park Regency Apartments

The Grove at Walnut Creek

Avalon Walnut Ridge

101 Kinross Dr

100 Kinross Dr, Unit 15, Unit 15

490 N Civic Dr, Unit 108, Unit 108
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eaves Walnut Creek

Avalon Walnut Creek

7011 Sunne Ln, Unit SI FL3-ID1502

Kingston Place Apartments

The Boulders

Stoneridge Luxury Apartments

2659 Baldwin Ln

450 N Civic Dr
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Main Street Terrace

101 Kinross Dr

490 N Civic Dr

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3183 Wayside Plaza

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IMT Pleasant Hill
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Waldon, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waldon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waldon Studio Apartments | $2,085 | $1,800 | $3,312 |
| Waldon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,457 | $2,021 | $4,290 |
| Waldon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,161 | $2,235 | $4,931 |
| Waldon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,977 | $3,920 | $4,035 |
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Cheapest Available Waldon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waldon area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at IMT Pleasant Hill priced from $1,785. Diablo Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Waldon apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| IMT Pleasant Hill | E2 | Studio,1BA | $1,785 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,890 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,928 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | Studio,1BA | $1,963 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waldon, CA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waldon area is the $2.60 price per square foot C1 Model at Westcliffe Trail in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,810. The second greatest value Waldon apartment is the 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes starting at $3,825 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waldon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliffe Trail | C1 | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.60 |
| Geary Road Townhomes | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| Main Street Terrace | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Park Lake at Walnut Creek | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Villa Montanaro | 1x1-713 | 1BR,1BA | $3.66 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | Studio ,1BA | $3.85 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waldon Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waldon?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waldon is at IMT Pleasant Hill listed at $1,785.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waldon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waldon Apartment is $2,021 at eaves Walnut Creek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waldon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waldon is starting from $2,295 at Kingston Place Apartments.
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