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Walnut Heights, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Heights, CA

As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Walnut Heights area is the $2.38 price per square foot 2B/ 1B #47 Model at Walnut Creek Apartments in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Walnut Heights apartment is the 717 Model at Avalon Walnut Ridge starting at $2,637 with a $3.68 price per square foot in the Southern Concord neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #472BR,1BA$2.38
Avalon Walnut Ridge7171BR,1BA$3.68
The WaymarkLafayette1BR,1BA$4.82
Avalon Walnut CreekS3UStudio ,1BA$4.32
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$3.25
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.31
The Retreat at Walnut CreekStudioStudio ,1BA$3.99
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.08
FOUR SEASONSA - STUDIO 462Studio ,1BA$4.33
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio ,1BA$4.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about Walnut Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Walnut Heights?

There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Walnut Heights, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $5,531. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Walnut Heights ranging from $2,700 to $7,195.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Walnut Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Walnut Heights ranges from $2,700 to $7,195 with an average monthly rent of $4,415.

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