
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Walnut Knolls Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (28 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Walnut Knolls area of Walnut Creek.


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Walnut Knolls, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Walnut Knolls?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Walnut Knolls Studio Apartments | $2,459 | $1,595 | $4,276 |
Walnut Knolls 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,041 | $1,895 | $7,734 |
Walnut Knolls 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,984 | $2,000 | $10,000+ |
Walnut Knolls 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,074 | $3,204 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Walnut Knolls Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available Walnut Knolls Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Walnut Knolls area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Diablo Pointe Apartments priced from $1,925. 2323 San Juan Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Walnut Knolls apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Park Place Apartments | Junior 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Alpine Park | Studio 5 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom Apartments | One Bedroom Partial Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
FOUR SEASONS | A - STUDIO 462 | Studio,1BA | $2,010 |
Bridge at Walnut Creek | 1X1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,083 |
Ygnacio Village | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,124 |
Shutters Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Knolls, CA
As of May 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Walnut Knolls area is the $2.86 price per square foot 3x2C Model at Vista Terrace Apartments in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value Walnut Knolls apartment is the 3x2 Model at Walnut Hill starting at $3,490 with a $3.20 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut Knolls apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Vista Terrace Apartments | 3x2C | 3BR,2BA | $2.86 |
Walnut Hill | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.20 |
Westcliffe Trail | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.16 |
Villas at Sierra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
Castlewood Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
Shutters Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
Brio | Iris | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
The Meridian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
Park Place Apartments | Junior 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWalnut Knolls, Walnut Creek, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the Walnut Knolls Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA
Walk Score®
33 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
40 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Walnut Knolls Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Walnut Knolls?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Walnut Knolls is at 2323 San Juan Ave listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Walnut Knolls Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Walnut Knolls Apartment is $1,925 at Diablo Pointe Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Walnut Knolls Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Walnut Knolls is starting from $2,195 at Shutters Apartments.
What is the most affordable Walnut Knolls Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Walnut Knolls Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vista Terrace Apartments and starts from $3,350.
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