What is the average apartment size in Walnut Creek?

The average size for a Walnut Creek, CA apartment is 794 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Walnut Creek?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Walnut Creek is $2,585 per month, a 0.96% decrease from last years average of $2,610.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Walnut Creek?

In Walnut Creek, studios rent for $2,110 per month, one-bedroom units average $2,386 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,926 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $4,255 per month

What is the average apartment size in Walnut Creek?

The typical apartment in Walnut Creek offers about 794 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Walnut Creek?

Studio apartments in Walnut Creek average 508 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 698 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 976 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,298 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Walnut Creek?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Walnut Creek are Diablo Hills ($2,811/month), Overlook ($2,826/month), and Downtown Walnut Creek ($2,975/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Walnut Creek, CA Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Walnut Creek?

The typical rent budget in Walnut Creek ranges from $2,001 to $2,500 per month, with 40% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Walnut Creek?

In Walnut Creek, 36% of households rent while 64% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Walnut Creek?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Walnut Creek include Pleasant Valley ($2,168/month), Broadway Plaza ($2,383/month), and Meadow Creek ($2,426/month), all below the citywide average of $2,585.

Last updated: February 18, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Walnut Creek is $2,585, a 0.96% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,610.

Studio Apartments at $2,110 offer the most budget-friendly option with 508 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 698 square feet for $2,386, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,926 offer 976 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,298 sq ft) for $4,255, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Walnut Creek, CA

Last updated: February 18, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,585	794 sq. ft.
Studio	$2,110	508 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$2,386	698 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,926	976 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$4,255	1,298 sq. ft.

Walnut Creek, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Walnut Creek, CA have decreased by 0.96% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,610 to $2,585.

What's the typical rent budget in Walnut Creek, CA?

The largest share of rentals in Walnut Creek, CA (40%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Walnut Creek, CA?

11,416 or 36% of the households in Walnut Creek, CA are renter-occupied while 20,726 or 64% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Walnut Creek?

Pleasant Valley $2,168/month

Broadway Plaza $2,383/month

Meadow Creek $2,426/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $2,585/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Walnut Creek?

Diablo Hills $2,811/month

Overlook $2,826/month

Downtown Walnut Creek $2,975/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Walnut Creek, CA By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Downtown Walnut Creek	$2,975
Overlook	$2,826
Diablo Hills	$2,811
Meadow Creek	$2,426
Broadway Plaza	$2,383
Pleasant Valley	$2,168

Walnut Creek | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Broadway Plaza is 15% lower than in Diablo Hills

$2,383

Broadway Plaza rent is 8% lower than Walnut Creek average

Average Rent $2,383

$2,811

Diablo Hills rent is 9% higher than Walnut Creek average

Average Rent $2,811

How Walnut Creek Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Walnut Creek	$2,585
Los Angeles	$2,740
San Francisco	$3,580
East Bay	$2,643
San Diego	$2,958
Long Beach	$2,645
Sacramento	$1,894
San Jose	$3,118
Oakland	$2,578
Tulare	$1,674
Santa Monica	$3,626
Vallejo	$2,125
Berkeley	$3,294
Hayward, CA	$2,417
Alameda, CA	$2,987
Danville, CA	$3,093
Pittsburg, CA	$2,260
San Leandro, CA	$2,322
Pleasanton, CA	$2,699
Concord, CA	$2,330
San Ramon, CA	$2,603

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Walnut Creek apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.