The Retreat at Walnut Creek
1441 Creekside Dr,
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Studio - 2 Beds | $2,258 - $5,346
Rental Market Trends in Walnut Creek, CA
What is the average rent in Walnut Creek, CA?
$2,461/month
Average Rent
700 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+0.3%
Increase in the Last Year
As of February 2025, the average rent in Walnut Creek, CA is $2,461 per month. This is 58% higher than the national average rent price of $1,557/month, making Walnut Creek one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Walnut Creek, you can expect to pay about $2,354 per month for a studio, $2,461 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,913 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,970 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Walnut Creek, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.3%, which averages out to $7 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Walnut Creek, CA
Last Updated February 2025
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
12%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
11%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
77%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Walnut Creek?
Based on current rent prices, San Marcos, Rancho San Miguel and Lower Lakewood are the most affordable neighborhoods in Walnut Creek.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Walnut Creek?
Based on current rent prices, Buena Vista Area, Downtown Walnut Creek and The Hill are the most expensive neighborhoods in Walnut Creek.
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Which Walnut Creek neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Walnut Creek with the most apartments available are Downtown Walnut Creek, The Hill and The Keys .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Walnut Creek, CA?
Because the average rent in Walnut Creek is $2,461, you’ll want to make about $8,203 per month or $98,436 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Walnut Creek, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Walnut Creek, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
Studio
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$1,028/month
One Bedroom
$2,253/month
$2,322/month
Two Bedroom
$2,133/month
$2,159/month
Three Bedroom
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$3,682/month
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Methodology
† Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.