The Retreat at Walnut Creek
1459 Creekside Dr,
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,293 - $4,575
Studio - 2 Beds
Park Lake at Walnut Creek
260 Park Lake Circle,
Walnut Creek,
CA
94598
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Bedrooms
1 - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
743 - 1,045 sq ft
Park Lake at Walnut Creek
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We don't just rent apartments. From the moment you walk through the front door, you'll feel the comfort and security that makes our residents happy to call us home. Cozy amenities, meticulously-groomed grounds, and a dedicated staff contribute to a higher standard of living. Convenient shopping, award-winning schools, local museums, and parks are all close at hand, with sponsored activities to develop new hobbies while getting to know your neighbors.
Highlights
- Pool
- Walk-In Closets
- Fireplace
- Dog Park
- Grill
- Balcony
- Property Manager on Site
- Patio
About Park Lake at Walnut Creek
We don't just rent apartments. From the moment you walk through the front door, you'll feel the comfort and security that makes our residents happy to call us home. Cozy amenities, meticulously-groomed grounds, and a dedicated staff contribute to a higher standard of living. Convenient shopping, award-winning schools, local museums, and parks are all close at hand, with sponsored activities to develop new hobbies while getting to know your neighbors.
Park Lake at Walnut Creek is an apartment community located in Contra Costa County and the 94598 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Mt. Diablo Unified attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Complimentary Common Area Wi-Fi
- Cozy Fireplaces
- Functional Living Areas
- Washer and Dryer Included
- Night Patrol
- Ample Storage
- Nest Thermostat*
- Oversized Patios
- Spacious Balconies
- Distinctive Wood-Style Flooring
- Large Pantry
- Outdoor Kitchen w/ BBQ Grills
- Ample Guest Parking
- Beautiful and Unique Park-Like Setting
- Minutes To Bart, Safeway and Whole Foods
- Walk-In Closets*
- Air Conditioner
- Heather Farm Park Within Walking Distance
- Fire Pit
- Garbage Disposal
- Pet Friendly with Dog Run
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Clubhouse
Recycling
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- Recycling
- Clubhouse
- Walk-Up
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Grill
- Dog Park
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Walk-In Closets
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Refrigerator
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Gas Range
Model Details
- Crown Molding
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
Location
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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.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 12 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 20 min | 8.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 25 min | 14.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 27 min | 16.5 mi |
Park Lake at Walnut Creek is within 12 minutes or 4.6 miles from Diablo Valley, Pleasant Hill. It is also near Saint Marys Coll. of Calif. and Los Medanos College, Pittsburg.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
364 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
497 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
317 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
675 Students
Attendance Zone
Charter Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
341 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
876 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,507 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
499 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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Transportation options available in Walnut Creek include Pleasant Hill Station, located 1.6 miles from Park Lake at Walnut Creek. Park Lake at Walnut Creek is near Metro Oakland International, located 26.3 miles or 37 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 38.2 miles or 55 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
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Drive: | 11 min | 4.9 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 6.3 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.0 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 17 min | 10.9 mi |
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Drive: | 26 min | 16.8 mi |
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Drive: | 27 min | 17.7 mi |
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Drive: | 26 min | 19.4 mi |
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Drive: | 30 min | 21.3 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 37 min | 26.3 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 55 min | 38.2 mi |
Time and distance from Park Lake at Walnut Creek.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
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| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.5 mi |
Park Lake at Walnut Creek has 3 shopping centers within 1.5 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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The Ruth Bancroft Garden
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Walk: | 1 min | 0.1 mi |
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Heather Farm Park
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.7 mi |
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Gardens at Heather Farm
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Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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Contra Costa Canal Regional Trail
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
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Howe Homestead Park
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Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi |
Park Lake at Walnut Creek has 5 parks within 2.6 miles, including The Ruth Bancroft Garden, Heather Farm Park, and Gardens at Heather Farm.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 37 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 6.0 mi |
Park Lake at Walnut Creek has 3 hospitals within 6.0 miles, the nearest is John Muir Medical Center - Walnut Creek Campus which is 2.0 miles away and a 37 minute walk.
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260 Park Lake Circle
Walnut Creek, CA 94598