Vaya
1800 Lacassie Ave,
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,210 - $4,244
Studio - 2 Beds
Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek, CA
Area Guide
Wide-open spaces surround this bustling shopping destination
Commuter
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Bike-Friendly
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Nature
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Outdoors
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Public Transit
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Shopping
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Nestled in the East Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, Walnut Creek combines suburban comfort with city amenities. The city encompasses 1,800 acres of open space, featuring Shell Ridge and Lime Ridge trails for hiking and outdoor recreation. Downtown Walnut Creek features Broadway Plaza shopping district, while the Lesher Center for the Arts hosts performances and cultural events. The rental market shows a 1.7% annual increase, with one-bedroom units averaging $2,476 and two-bedroom homes typically renting for $2,953. Notable areas include Parkmead, Walnut Heights, and the Northgate district.
Established in 1849 along what early settlers called "Nuts Creek," Walnut Creek has grown into a community of over 70,000 residents. The Mediterranean climate makes it ideal for exploring outdoor spaces like Heather Farm Park and the Ruth Bancroft Garden. Downtown offers shopping and dining options, while two BART stations connect residents to San Francisco and surrounding Bay Area destinations. Local attractions include the Lindsay Wildlife Experience and the Gardens at Heather Farm, and the Iron Horse Trail provides a pathway through the city for cyclists and pedestrians.
Rent Trends
As of January 2026, the average apartment rent in Walnut Creek, CA is $2,272 for a studio, $2,446 for one bedroom, $2,940 for two bedrooms, and $3,971 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Walnut Creek has decreased by -0.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,446/month
698 Sq Ft
House
$4,444/month
1,699 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,746/month
888 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,754/month
1,222 Sq Ft
Transportation
73
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
34
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
63
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
675 Students
Public
Grades K-5
638 Students
Public
Grades K-8
424 Students
Public
Grades K-5
403 Students
Public
Grades K-5
467 Students
Public
Grades K-8
424 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
985 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
876 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,571 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,507 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Howe Homestead Park
- Contra Costa Canal Regional Trail
- Civic Park
- Butterfly Habitat Gardens
- Lar Rieu Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Metro Oakland International
- San Francisco International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.