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Apartments for rent in Walnut Creek, CA

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See what Walnut Creek, CA has to offer.

What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Walnut Creek

Easy access to public transport and local restaurants nearby. It has all needed and necessary shopping close by and within 2 miles from downtown.

Downtown Pleasant Hill has a lot of cute restaurants and bars. I enjoy having close access to any type of shopping I want.

It's close to downtown and walkable. Has great coffee shops and is safe area to live. Has a nice park

My neighboorhood is well kept and close to downtown. It's easy to get to shopping or restaurants Just yesterday we walked over to the Yacht club restaurant and had a nice lunch..

I like the outdoor parks and open spaces. I like the proximity to public transit and downtown amenities.

A lot of my kids school friends live near by. There are stores and some restaurants that are within walking distance.

Who Lives Here

Walnut Creek Demographics

Education

High School

7%

Associate's

15%

Bachelor's

25%

Master's

13%

Doctorate

39%

Family Size

2 people

54%

3 people

22%

4 people

17%

5 people

5%

6+ people

2%

Household Income

0-50k

23%

50-100k

24%

100-150k

18%

150-200k

11%

200k+

24%

Age

0-10

10%

10-20

9%

20-45

29%

45-65

24%

65+

28%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Walnut Creek?

Percentage: 2/52/5

Renters gave this area a 2 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Dec '23$2115$2465$2940$3386
Nov '23$2160$2445$3125$3581
Oct '23$2176$2467$3168$3920
Sep '23$2191$2540$3094$3842
Aug '23$2164$2415$3309$4689
Jul '23$2244$2444$3147$4834
Jun '23$2163$2435$3045$4874
May '23$2341$2482$3275$5217
Apr '23$2477$2470$3135$5218
Mar '23$2390$2507$2962$5295
Feb '23$2400$2510$2922$3760
Jan '23$2415$2550$2955$3765
Dec '22$2335$2520$3077$3685

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Walnut Creek

Walnut Creek Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

17%

15-30 Mins

28%

30-40 Mins

13%

40-60 Mins

18%

60+ Mins

24%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 6262

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 10 of 17 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 10 of 17 renters

Percentage: 6060

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 14 of 17 renters

Percentage: 3232

Transit Score®

They Are Located Near Public Transportation

Yes

Say 11 of 17 renters

Need A Car

No

Say 9 of 17 renters

Top Scores: Medicine, Pet, Art

Things To Do In Walnut Creek

Top Score

Medical Care

4.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The great medical care here is just what the doctor ordered.

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more medical facilities than average
  3. 36% more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

4/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll labra-adore Walnut Creek.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more pet facilities than average
  3. 12% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

4/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Walnut Creek is a masterpiece for fine art lovers.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. Significantly more fine art centers than average
  3. 33% fewer fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Suffice to say, this place is great for groceries.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. Significantly more grocery stores than average
  3. 34% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Coffee

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Oh la latte, not a bad spot for getting a cup of joe.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. Significantly more coffee shops than average
  3. 72% more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Looking good! Walnut Creek scores high for health and fitness.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. Significantly more gyms than average
  3. 8% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The restaurant scene here is really cooking with gas.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. Significantly more restaurants than average
  3. 19% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Happy hour starts at six around here.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. Significantly more bars and clubs than average
  3. 32% more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The shopping scene here is a size medium.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. Significantly more shops than average
  3. 18% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The road is less traveled for filling the tank up in Walnut Creek.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. Significantly more gas stations than average
  3. 12% more gas stations than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in Walnut Creek.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 100% fewer parks than average
  3. 100% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Walnut Creek Features

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 17 of 17 renters

Area Has Litter

No

Say 16 of 17 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 15 of 17 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 15 of 17 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 15 of 17 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 15 of 17 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 14 of 17 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 13 of 17 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 13 of 17 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 12 of 17 renters

Tree Lined Streets

Yes

Say 11 of 17 renters

Nice Views

Yes

Say 10 of 17 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 10 of 17 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 9 of 17 renters

Near Downtown

Yes

Say 9 of 17 renters

Near Highways

Yes

Say 9 of 17 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 9 of 17 renters

Well Lit

Yes

Say 9 of 17 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

Yes

Say 9 of 17 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 15 of 17 renters

Walnut Creek Education

Schools

Percentage: 3/53/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Walnut Creek

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

What You Need to Know

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All About

Living in Walnut Creek, CA

The small city of Walnut Creek, California is home to just under 69,000 residents. Retirees should feel welcome, as they make up 28% of the population compared to 14% nationally, while young adults account for a smaller percentage of the city. Overall, the city's residents, at an average age of just over 46, skew older than most cities in California. Home ownership is more common than renting in Walnut Creek, and 35% of residents rent. With an average rent of $1,749 per month, exceeding the state average, relatively high rent costs may play a role in the higher levels of ownership.

Walnut Creek residents have an average commute of about 37 minutes, longer than the state average of about 32 minutes. Many residents (31%) drive themselves to work, while public transportation is used by only 7% of the population. Walking (2%) isn't a common method of commuting to work, though the number does exceed the national average.

Many Walnut Creek residents work in one of two industries: scientific and healthcare. Combined, these industries make up 14% of the city's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 11% of the city's population works in management, making it the top profession in the city. Walnut Creek workers take home an average annual income of just under $107K, around $21,000 more than the state average. Walnut Creek's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345. Walnut Creek has a high concentration of residents older than 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 15% possess a Master's or a Doctorate. In addition, 29% possess a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.