Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Marcos Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (40 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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Sandpiper Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpiper Apartments

1180 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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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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Oak Terrace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut 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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San Marcos, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available San Marcos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Marcos area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Shutters Apartments priced from $1,665. Newell Vista Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here are the most affordable San Marcos apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shutters ApartmentsSTUDIOStudio,1BA$1,665
Newell Vista ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,825
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,827
Diablo Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
FOUR SEASONSA - STUDIO 462Studio,1BA$1,850
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Ygnacio VillageA11BR,1BA$1,924
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom ApartmentsOne Bedroom Partial Reno1BR,1BA$1,950
The Grove at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$1,985
Alpine ParkStudio 5Studio,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA

As of March 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marcos 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 San Marcos apartment is the 56 Kuhl Ct Model at 56 Kuhl Ct starting at $3,495 with a $2.91 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Geary Road Townhomes2Bed/2Bath2BR,2BA$2.76
56 Kuhl Ct56 Kuhl Ct3BR,2BA$2.91
IMT Pleasant HillB32BR,2BA$2.66
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/1B #262BR,1BA$2.38
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.45
Vista Terrace Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.92
The MeridianTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.76
Creekside Terrace2BD, 1BTH2BR,1BA$2.92
Walnut Terrace1x1 Balcony1BR,1BA$2.92
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
San Marcos, Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #8

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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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States, including Walnut Creek. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the San Marcos Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, CA

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 San Marcos Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Marcos?

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

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Marcos is starting from $2,000 at Birchwood Apartments.

What is the most affordable San Marcos Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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