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    View of kitchen and breakfast bar at Lyric, California, 94596 Bedroom at Lyric, Walnut Creek, California
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    1500 North California Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    9 Units available
    Studio $2,346+
    1 BED $2,582+
    2 BEDS $3,414+
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    4.5/5 Anonymous on Mar 12, 2022

    It has been a great experience so far living at Lyric. The staff are wonderful and extremely helpful and the apartment is in a prime location, minutes away from all the downtown Walnut Creek amenities.

    4/5 Anonymous on Oct 10, 2022

    Great location parking and responsive maintenance. Very premium in price and they charge for cleaning from your security deposit to sanitize , even though no other apartment I have rented has charged this. Very disappointing to have spent so many days cleaning and still be charged hundreds for cleaning. Be ready to sacrifice your security deposit no matter how clean you clean your place

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    1960 N. Main Street, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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    Studio $2,700
    1 BED $2,760+
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    Rooftop Lounge With Fireplace at AVE Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, California Living Room With Expansive Window at AVE Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek Apartment Kitchen at AVE Walnut Creek, California Modern Living Room at AVE Walnut Creek, California, 94596
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    Live Better™ at AVE Walnut Creek! Our sophisticated, boutique community offers spacious studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartment floor plans and friendly, professional service at the best address in the East Bay. Our Main Street location is blocks from BART and blocks from Downtown, providing plenty of privacy, with access to Walnut Creek’s rich amenities featuring an eclectic dining scene, upscale shopping at Broadway Plaza, and live entertainment at the Lesher Center for the Arts. Commuting to San Francisco? Be in the city in 35 minutes via the BART station across the street.

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    1038 Second St, Lafayette, CA 94549
    1 BED $2,065
    2 BEDS $2,545
    3 BEDS $2,930+
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    3686 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette, CA 94549
    1 BED $2,005+
    2 BEDS $2,560
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    3543 Brook Street, Lafayette, CA 94549
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    141 Flora Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94595
    1 BED $1,999+
    2 BEDS $2,299+
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    1500 North California Blvd, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    Studio $2,346+
    1 BED $2,582+
    2 BEDS $3,414+
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    1755 TRINITY AVE, WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596
    Studio $1,795+
    1 BED $2,350+
    2+ BEDS $2,360+
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    101 Pringle Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    Studio $2,381+
    1 BED $2,918+
    2 BEDS $3,999+
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    1700 Botelho Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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    2 BEDS $3,165+
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    1380 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    Studio $2,647
    1 BED $2,624
    2+ BEDS $3,597
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    1960 N. Main Street, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    Studio $2,700
    1 BED $2,760+
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    1910 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    1 BED $2,944
    2 BEDS $3,650+
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    2383 North Main St., Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    1 BED $2,677+
    2 BEDS $3,050+
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    1756 Carmel Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    1 BED $1,989+
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    1160 Lincoln Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    Studio $2,175+
    1 BED $2,620
    2 BEDS $2,820
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    2320 Westcliffe Ln, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
    2 BEDS $2,775
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    114 Sharene Ln., Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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    1 BED $1,984+
    2+ BEDS $2,440+
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    1459 Creekside Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
    Studio $1,781+
    1 BED $2,264+
    2 BEDS $2,729+
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    1295 Homestead Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
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    2 BEDS $2,425+
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    1390 Creekside Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
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    1 BED $2,050+
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    101 Hogan Court #1, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
    1 BED $2,280+
    2 BEDS $2,537+
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    3128 Oak Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94597
    Studio $1,646
    1 BED $2,061+
    2 BEDS $2,305+
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    203 Coggins Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
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    1 BED $2,540+
    2 BEDS $2,675+
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    100 Park Lake Circle, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
    1 BED $2,409+
    2 BEDS $2,854+
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Average rent in Lafayette, CA

$3,234/mo Lafayette, CA average rental price, July 2023
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Lafayette, CA is $3,234.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,726, the average rent in Lafayette, CA is $3,234.

Getting around in Lafayette, CA

47 /100
Car-Dependent
37 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 47, Bike Score®: 37

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Lafayette, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Lafayette, CA were last updated on 30 Nov 2023.

What are the best apartments in Lafayette, CA?

The best apartments in Lafayette, CA are: 1038 on Second, The Morgan and 3543 Brook Street.

What is the average rent in Lafayette, CA?

The average rent in Lafayette, CA is $3,234. Start your search for apartments in Lafayette, CA now.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Lafayette, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Lafayette, CA is between $2,005 and $3,160. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Lafayette, CA now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Lafayette, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Lafayette, CA is between $2,005 and $3,160. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Lafayette, CA.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Lafayette, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Lafayette, CA is between $2,930 and $3,160. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Lafayette, CA.

What type of rental buildings are in Lafayette, CA?

In Lafayette, 28% of the residents are renting compared to 72% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 12% of Lafayette’s rentals, 59% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 29% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Lafayette, CA?

The average age of rental buildings in Lafayette is 48 years old, with 16% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, none are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Lafayette, CA?

Rental apartments in Lafayette come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 39% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 52% of all rentals in Lafayette. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

Living in Lafayette, CA

Just 13 miles northeast of Oakland is the small town of Lafayette, CA. It's located in Contra Costa County with easy access to the greater San Francisco Bay area. Many people who work in Oakland or San Francisco rent an apartment in Lafayette. It's especially attractive to young families because the school system run by the county is so highly rated. For young professionals who work in the tech industry, having an easy commute of 22 miles to San Francisco makes it a high-quality place to live that's more affordable. The town itself is also quite tight-knit with many locals running their own shops and restaurants. Parks are popular, too, with gorgeous greenspaces in the Lafayette Reservoir and Briones Hill.

Renting in Lafayette, CA

In this sparsely suburban area, renters make up about 30% of households as compared to homeowners. As such, renters can look forward to rental apartments that are upscale, with six-story mid-rises being very popular. There are also rooftop lounges, pools and 24-hour fitness centers to look forward to using while renting. Inside each rental unit, there are common amenities, such as dishwashers, stainless-steel appliances and walk-in closets. In these multi-floor rental apartments, elevators are a common feature, as well. And, for renters who like to walk to certain shops and convenience stores, the neighborhood of Walnut Hill is a walker's paradise and very bikeable.

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Shopping in Lafayette, CA

Gourmet eats, cafes and specialty boutiques are common all throughout Lafayette. Some of the plazas where the best shopping is located for renters to explore include La Fiesta Square; Plaza Center; and the Clocktower Lafayette, which has quite a few local stores, as well as the popular Bel & Bunna Bookstore. Most of the stores are located off Mt. Diablo Boulevard, including a popular Trader Joe's grocery store with international and discount foods. Other popular grocery stores near rental apartments include Whole Foods Market, Safeway and Diablo Foods. Otherwise, to go to an indoor mall, renters can travel to the Palos Verde Mall in Walnut Creek, which is only four miles away from rental apartments in Lafayette.

Transportation in Lafayette, CA

Because many renters work in the downtown Oakland or San Francisco areas, the option to take public transportation is very popular to avoid heavy traffic. To that end, there are three public transportation options, including the bus, rail and a ferry to get across San Francisco Bay. It's also easy to take a bus around town to popular shopping and commerce spots run by the Contra Costa County Transit System. There are also quite a few "park and ride" stations around town to get on the light rail. Finally, for airports, the two options that renters usually use to travel include the Oakland International Airport - which is around 24 miles away - and the San Francisco International Airport, which is around 36 miles away.

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