The Retreat at Walnut Creek
1459 Creekside Dr,
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
$2,044 - $4,575
Studio - 2 Beds
Rental Market Trends in Walnut Creek, CA
What is the average rent in Walnut Creek, CA?
$2,444/month
Average Rent
698 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
-0.5%
Decrease in the Last Year
As of January 2026, the average rent in Walnut Creek, CA is $2,444 per month. This is 50% higher than the national average rent price of $1,624/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 $2,275 per month for a studio, $2,444 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,948 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $4,048 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Walnut Creek, CA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.5%, which averages out to $13 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
Last Updated January 2026
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Rent Ranges in Walnut Creek, CA
Last Updated January 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
11%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
9%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
80%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
Last Updated Today
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Walnut Creek?
Based on current rent prices, Lower Lakewood, The Keys and Main Chance Estates 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, Almond Court, Buena Vista Area 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, Almond Court and Lower Lakewood .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Walnut Creek, CA?
Because the average rent in Walnut Creek is $2,444, you’ll want to make about $8,146 per month or $97,752 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
$1,625/month
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One Bedroom
$2,089/month
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Two Bedroom
$2,257/month
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Three Bedroom
$2,996/month
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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.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.