Affordable Apartments for Rent in Walnut Creek, CA from $1,550

Almond Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$1,550
Studio · 1 bath · 250 sq ft
Almond AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Park Regency Apartments, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$1,740 - $2,840
Studio - 2 beds · 75 units available
Park Regency ApartmentsWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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eaves Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$1,766 - $2,998
1 - 2 beds · 5 units available
eaves Walnut CreekWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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1751 3rd Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$1,850
Studio · 1 bath · 1,000 sq ft
1751 3rd AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
1180 Saranap Ave #201, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
$1,880
Studio · 1 bath · 200 sq ft
1180 Saranap Ave #201Walnut Creek, CA 94595
1400 Creekside Apartments CDM, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$1,895 - $1,950
1 bed · 2 units available
1400 Creekside Apartments CDMWalnut Creek, CA 94596
101 Kinross Dr #3, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
$1,900
1 bed · 1 bath · 550 sq ft
101 Kinross Dr #3Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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205 Normandy Ln #1, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
$1,900
1 bed · 1 bath · 450 sq ft
205 Normandy Ln #1Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Woodbridge, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$1,950 - $2,550
1 - 2 beds · 4 units available
WoodbridgeWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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1457 Marchbanks Dr #1, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
$1,950
1 bed · 1 bath · 670 sq ft
1457 Marchbanks Dr #1Walnut Creek, CA 94598
1891 Poplar Dr #1, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
$1,950
Studio · 1 bath · 350 sq ft
1891 Poplar Dr #1Walnut Creek, CA 94595
324 Parnell Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$1,995
Studio · 1 bath · 600 sq ft
324 Parnell CtWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Camelback South Apartments, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$1,995
1 bed · 2 units available
Camelback South ApartmentsWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Calle Nogales In Law, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$1,999
2 beds · 1 bath · 700 sq ft
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410 N Civic Dr #303, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,000
1 bed · 1 bath
410 N Civic Dr #303Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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1017 Winton Dr #A, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
$2,000
1 bed · 1 bath · 650 sq ft
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The Grove at Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$2,053 - $2,785
Studio - 2 beds · 21 units available
The Grove at Walnut CreekWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Avalon Walnut Ridge, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$2,063 - $3,565
Studio - 2 beds · 15 units available
Avalon Walnut RidgeWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Trinity Terrace Apartments, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,065
1 bed · 2 units available
Trinity Terrace ApartmentsWalnut Creek, CA 94596
Via Del Sol, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$2,070
1 bed · 1 bath · 700 sq ft
Via Del SolWalnut Creek, CA 94597
Beautiful, Quiet Community - Just Minutes from Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,095
1 bed · 1 units available
Beautiful, Quiet Community - Just Minutes from Downtown Walnut CreekWalnut Creek, CA 94596
The Arbors, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,095 - $2,695
1 - 2 beds · 5 units available
The ArborsWalnut Creek, CA 94596
Sunnyvale Terrace Apartments, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$2,100
1 bed · 2 units available
Sunnyvale Terrace ApartmentsWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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132 Village Ct #3, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,100
2 beds · 1 bath
132 Village Ct #3Walnut Creek, CA 94596
The Meridian, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
$2,135
1 bed · 2 units available
The MeridianWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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Carmel House, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,163 - $2,721
1 bed · 4 units available
Carmel HouseWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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1477 Marchbanks Dr #1, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
$2,195
2 beds · 1 bath · 834 sq ft
1477 Marchbanks Dr #1Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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1855 Trinity Ave #9, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,200
1 bed · 1 bath · 700 sq ft
1855 Trinity Ave #9Walnut Creek, CA 94596
1726 Lacassie Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,200
1 bed · 2 units available
1726 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
Reserve at Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
$2,214 - $2,908
Studio - 2 beds · 13 units available
Reserve at Walnut CreekWalnut Creek, CA 94598
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Casa Linda, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
$2,250
1 bed · 2 units available
Casa LindaWalnut Creek, CA 94595
2562 Walnut Blvd #82, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,250
1 bed · 1 bath · 658 sq ft
2562 Walnut Blvd #82Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Ygnacio Village, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
$2,260 - $2,825
1 - 2 beds · 10 units available
Ygnacio VillageWalnut Creek, CA 94598
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Spanish Castle Apartments, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
$2,275
2 beds · 2 units available
Spanish Castle ApartmentsWalnut Creek, CA 94595
1470 Creekside Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,285
1 bed · 1 bath · 635 sq ft
1470 Creekside DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
100 Kinross Dr #9, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
$2,295
1 bed · 1 bath · 677 sq ft
100 Kinross Dr #9Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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Walnut Creek Apartments, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$2,295
2 beds · 2 units available
Walnut Creek ApartmentsWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Kingston Place Apartments, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
$2,295 - $2,495
2 beds · 4 units available
Kingston Place ApartmentsWalnut Creek, CA 94597
Creekside Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,295
2 beds · 2 units available
Creekside DriveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
Quail Hill Apartments, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,295 - $2,445
2 beds · 7 units available
Quail Hill ApartmentsWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Walnut Creek Snapshot

Frequently asked questions

How many cheaper, more affordable apartments are available in Walnut Creek, CA?

There are 624 cheaper apartment units available for rent.

What does "Cheap" mean for Apartment rentals in Walnut Creek, CA?

Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a property might be found within the "Cheap Apartments" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable apartments are also relative to the other apartment inventory within Walnut Creek. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.

How to search for Cheap Apartments in Walnut Creek, CA?

When searching on HotPads for more affordable apartments, use the "Sort:" feature to sort apartments by Lowest Price for Walnut Creek. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Alert me" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" apartments come on the market.

What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" apartment?

Although a larger multi-tenant building is less likely to negotiate rental terms there are a few things that don't hurt to try, including:

Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent
Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent
Ask about becoming an onsite property manager
Educate yourself regarding the apartment rental market and market rates in Walnut Creek. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

About Walnut Creek

Thinking of moving to Walnut Creek? Here’s what you need to know.

Just 25 miles outside of San Francisco, Walnut Creek combines scenic beauty with a wealth of culture and fine arts, not to mention its multiple community centers and free civic activities. Its 65,000 residents enjoy the East Bay in style, with shopping, dining and an array of options for outdoor recreation. And due to the San Ramon and Ygnacio Valleys, spring and summer are far warmer and sunnier than those of its bayside neighbors to the west.

Who’s There?

Walnut Creek is home to an educated, affluent, white-collar crowd, and you’ll find nearly as many single, young adults as you will middle-aged couples raising a family. It’s also been named one of the best cities in the country for retirement. Healthcare companies John Muir Health and Kaiser Permanente drive the local economy, though you’ll also find a number of employees from Bank of the West and the City of Walnut Creek itself.

What’s Around Walnut Creek?

Looking for something to do? Take a hike. Walnut Creek is home to 22 city parks, offering more than 250 acres of greenery, mountains and scenic views. Diablo Foothills Regional Park, Castle Rock Regional Recreation Area and Heather Farm Park (along with its gardens) are only a few of the city’s spots for taking in nature. To the west you’ll find both Berkeley and San Francisco easily accessible via public transportation or car ride, making a visit to two of the country’s most exciting, culturally diverse and vibrant cities a breeze. It’s not strange to see bike paths on a large number of Walnut Creek roads; in fact, biking is an integral part of the community. Whether you’re biking to work or for recreation, there are varied and plentiful bike paths, as well as the 511 Contra Costa: an online mapping system to help you find the flattest and safest routes to get you to your destination.

What Do You Do In Walnut Creek?

Walnut Creek is a city that appreciates the finer things in life: The California Symphony, The Festival Opera Association and a number of other arts organizations are based here, so you can always find a performance, community art class or recital to fill your time. Broadway Plaza, the city’s large downtown shopping mall, offers designer and big-box apparel, and it’s located near a number of downtown restaurants and bars to provide shopping fuel, day or night.