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The average rent in Walnut Creek, as of July 2026, is up 1.22% compared to last month and up 2.63% year-over-year.
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4d ago
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81 Mayhew Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Walk-in closets
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,053–$2,696
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1d ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$2,750
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Available Dec 10
2d ago
Verified
1500 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$4,527–$5,069
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16h ago
2089 Camel Ln, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,095–$2,395
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5h ago
Verified
121 Roble Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,952–$3,205
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5h ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,799–$2,985
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14h ago
Verified
1001 Harvey Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,535–$3,740
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1d ago
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2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,800
$3,500
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Available Jul 13
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
$2,843
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Condo for rent
Available May 26
Fitness Center
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
Swimming Pool
21h ago
Verified
7011 Sunne Ln #1502, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$2,320
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1.5 baths
$3,390
$3,380
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5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$3,690
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$4,290
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16h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,595–$2,295
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1d ago
1776 Botelho Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
Studio–1 bed
0–1 bath
$2,325–$2,625
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Available Jul 23
1d ago
1411 Creekside Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250
Condo for rent
Available Jul 3
5d+ ago
1200 Alpine Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Storage
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150–$2,199
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5d+ ago
Lower Lakewood apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
1 bed
1 bath
$2,119
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5d+ ago
The Keys condo for rent in Walnut Creek
310 N Civic Dr #504, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
Condo for rent
Available May 23
1h ago
100 Park Lake Cir, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,124–$5,990
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2h ago
Apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
$2,100
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5h ago
Downtown Walnut Creek apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
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15h ago
Diablo Hills condo for rent in Walnut Creek
1477 Marchbanks Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
Condo for rent
16h ago
1250 Arroyo Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Walk-in closets
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,342–$4,550
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 3
1d ago
Diablo Hills apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$2,694
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Diablo Hills condo for rent in Walnut Creek
1407 Marchbanks Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Air conditioning | Balcony | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
$1,995
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Condo for rent
Available Jun 18
1d ago
Diablo Hills apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
2 beds
2 baths
$2,875
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,995
House for rent
Available Jul 3
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
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1d ago
1170 Lincoln Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050–$2,150
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1d ago
Downtown Walnut Creek apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
555 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,965
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Lower Lakewood condo for rent in Walnut Creek
1236 Walker Ave #312, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Assigned parking | Swimming pool | Fitness center
2 beds
1 bath
$2,595
Condo for rent
2d ago
Downtown Walnut Creek apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
Studio
1 bath
$2,788
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
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2d ago
Carriage Square Area house for rent in Walnut Creek
3 beds
2 baths
$4,500
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2d ago
Townhouse for rent in Walnut Creek
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,495
$3,195
Price drop
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2d ago
Lower Lakewood condo for rent in Walnut Creek
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
$1,995
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Jun 3
2d ago
The Keys condo for rent in Walnut Creek
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$2,295
$2,195
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Jun 11
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
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3d ago
Diablo Hills apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Outdoor space
2 beds
2 baths
$3,360
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3d ago
Woodlands house for rent in Walnut Creek
4 beds
2.5 baths
$6,400
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4d ago
House for rent in Walnut Creek
3 beds
2 baths
$4,600
$4,500
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Livorna Estates house for rent in Walnut Creek
4 beds
3.5 baths
$7,500
$7,250
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5d+ ago
148 Sierra Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Walnut Creek condo for rent in Walnut Creek
1812 Cole Ave #4, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Swimming pool | Fireplace | Carpet
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,000
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Lower Lakewood apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
2591 Walnut Blvd #ADU, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
$2,500
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In Walnut Creek, CA, locals appreciate the variety of shopping and dining options, particularly at the Broadway Plaza, which offers a vibrant atmosphere for leisure and socializing. Many enjoy the accessibility of parks and outdoor activities, making it easy to engage with nature without straying far from urban amenities. However, some residents express frustration over traffic congestion, particularly during peak hours, which can make commuting a challenge. Overall, the balance of suburban comfort with city conveniences is a notable feature for renters here.
Walnut Creek's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,600 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $3,200 monthly. Two-bedroom apartments represent the largest share of available inventory at 41% of listings, followed closely by one-bedrooms at 39% of the market.
March offers the lowest rental prices in Walnut Creek, with approximately 7% savings compared to November's peak pricing. Winter months and March provide better opportunities for lower rents, while May and April see the most competitive market conditions when demand exceeds available inventory.
Downtown Walnut Creek leads with 109 listings representing 23% of the city's rental market, offering excellent walkability and transit access. Bancroft Village, Buena Vista Area, and Scottsdale Area provide strong social connectivity with high walk scores and abundant community spaces, while Scottsdale Area generates 1.4 times more consumer interest than average despite limited inventory.
Lower Lakewood offers the most affordable option at around $1,880 per month, 26% below the city median. Diablo Hills provides rentals at around $1,940 monthly, 24% under median pricing, while The Keys offers one-bedroom apartments at around $2,000 per month, 21% below the city median.
Walnut Creek offers excellent pet-friendly options, particularly in Diablo Hills, Buena Vista Area, The Keys, and Bancroft Village. These neighborhoods feature pet-friendly flooring, pet-safe windows, dedicated outdoor spaces, and no breed restrictions, along with regular pet events and convenient pet waste stations throughout the areas.
Utilities are rarely included in Walnut Creek rental prices, with only 5 total listings including utilities out of the monthly average inventory. This represents less than 1% of all available apartments across all bedroom types, meaning renters should budget separately for electricity, gas, water, and other utility costs.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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