Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Miguel Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (42 Rentals)

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Carmel Pines Senior 55+
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel Pines Senior 55+

1770 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Ygnacio Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ygnacio Village

1295 Homestead AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Ming Tree Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

115 Sharene LnWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Carmel House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel House

1756 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Walnut Terrace
1 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Terrace

1340 Mt Pisgah RdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Hanover Walnut Creek
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hanover Walnut Creek

3050 Del Hombre LnWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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2515 Ryan Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

2515 Ryan Rd

2515 Ryan RdConcord, CA 94518
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Peppertree
1 Bedroom Apartments

Peppertree

3435 N Main StPleasant Hill, CA 94523
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Rancho San Miguel, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rancho San Miguel Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho San Miguel area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Shutters Apartments priced from $1,665. Park Regency Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,753. Here are the most affordable Rancho San Miguel apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shutters ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,665
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,753
Palm LakePLM011BR,1BA$1,812
Diablo Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,852
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$1,856
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Ygnacio VillageA11BR,1BA$1,924
Newell Vista Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,950
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom ApartmentsOne Bedroom Partial Reno1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Miguel, CA

As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Miguel area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Waldon neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Rancho San Miguel apartment is the 2X2 Model at Sycamore Green Apartments starting at $2,675 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Southern Concord neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho San Miguel apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Geary Road Townhomes2Bed/2Bath2BR,2BA$2.76
Sycamore Green Apartments2X22BR,2BA$2.47
Villa Montanaro2x2-10282BR,2BA$2.92
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #122BR,1BA$2.38
Castlewood ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.99
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.45
Vista Terrace Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.92
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.87
Newell Vista Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.79
1480 Creekside Dr, Unit A2041480 Creekside Dr1BR,2BA$3.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rancho San Miguel, Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #12

Among neighborhoods in Walnut Creek, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Rancho San Miguel, Walnut Creek, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Walnut Creek. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Rancho San Miguel Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

23 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho San Miguel Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rancho San Miguel?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rancho San Miguel is at Shutters Apartments listed at $1,665.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho San Miguel Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho San Miguel Apartment is $1,800 at Shutters Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rancho San Miguel Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rancho San Miguel is starting from $1,999 at Palm Lake.

What is the most affordable Rancho San Miguel Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rancho San Miguel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vista Terrace Apartments and starts from $3,400.

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