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3d 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–$2,717
Apartment for rent
7h ago
Verified
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$2,750
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 10
1d ago
Verified
1500 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$4,527
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3d 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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2h ago
Verified
1001 Harvey Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,235–$4,415
Price drop
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14h ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
Condo for rent
Available May 26
20h ago
Verified
121 Roble Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,992–$3,348
Price drop
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1d ago
Verified
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,878–$2,893
Price drop
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5h ago
Verified
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$3,100–$3,470
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Outdoor Space
Swimming Pool
Fitness Center
In-Unit Laundry
5h ago
Verified
1001 Harvey Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,100–$4,200
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21h ago
Verified
7011 Sunne Ln #1502, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$2,220
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1.5 baths
$3,480
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$5,140
$3,960
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$4,290
Apartment for rent
7h 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
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 23
9h 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 Jun 4
13h ago
Apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
18h ago
1200 Alpine Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Storage
1 bed
1 bath
$2,175–$2,250
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2d ago
1170 Lincoln Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Air conditioning | Balcony | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,595–$2,295
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Walnut Creek house for rent in Walnut Creek
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150
$2,000
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lower Lakewood apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
1 bed
1 bath
$2,119
Apartment for rent
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
2h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,995
House for rent
Available Jun 4
3h ago
House for rent in Walnut Creek
4 beds
2 baths
$4,200
$3,995
Price drop
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Available May 6
9h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
14h ago
Lower Lakewood condo for rent in Walnut Creek
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
Condo for rent
Available Jun 3
15h ago
Larkey Park Area apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
5 beds
3 baths
$5,900
Apartment for rent
16h ago
1500 N California Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,319–$15,445
Apartment for rent
16h ago
100 Park Lake Cir, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,741–$6,541
Price drop
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18h ago
Downtown Walnut Creek apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
1 bed
1 bath
$3,215
$3,115
Price drop
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19h ago
1250 Arroyo Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Walk-in closets
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,237–$4,311
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 4
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Downtown Walnut Creek apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
1 bed
1 bath
$2,799
$2,599
Price drop
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,950–$2,625
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2d ago
House for rent in Walnut Creek
3 beds
2 baths
$4,600
House for rent
2d ago
Northgate Area townhouse for rent in Walnut Creek
4 beds
2 baths
$5,595
House for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,300–$2,400
Price drop
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3d ago
Condo for rent in Walnut Creek
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
Condo for rent
4d ago
Condo for rent in Walnut Creek
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
Condo for rent
4d ago
Diablo Hills apartment for rent in Walnut Creek
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Outdoor space
2 beds
2 baths
$3,360
Apartment for rent
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
Palos Verde Area house for rent in Walnut Creek
4 beds
2 baths
$5,195
House for rent
Available May 30
5d+ ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,995–$2,295
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Walnut Creek condo for rent in Walnut Creek
1605 Riviera Ave #303, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Garage parking | Residents lounge | Outdoor space
2 beds
2 baths
$3,495
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Walnut Creek
2 beds
1 bath
$2,550
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
The Keys condo for rent in Walnut Creek
2 beds
1 bath
$3,990
Condo for rent
Available Jul 31
5d+ ago
Downtown Walnut Creek house for rent in Walnut Creek
1225 Carmel Ct, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Storage
2 beds
2 baths
$3,395
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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.
Rents in Walnut Creek, CA have experienced a modest increase of 0.9% in 2024. Specifically, 1-bedroom rents have decreased by 1.8%, while 2-bedroom rents have increased by 2.5%.
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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