Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Marcos Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (46 Rentals)

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Carmel Pines Senior 55+
from $1,5001 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel Pines Senior 55+

1770 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Sandpiper Apartments
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from $1,5951 Bedroom Apartments

Sandpiper Apartments

1180 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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Diablo Villa Apartments
from $1,8451 Bedroom Apartments

Diablo Villa Apartments

1300 Creekside DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Ygnacio Village
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from $1,8991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Ygnacio Village

1295 Homestead AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Main Street Terrace
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from $1,9991 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Main Street Terrace

3065 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Ming Tree Apartments
from $2,0002 Bedroom Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

115 Sharene LnWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Carmel House
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from $2,1631 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Carmel House

1756 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Reserve at Walnut Creek
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from $2,164Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Reserve at Walnut Creek

1011 Ygnacio Valley RdWalnut Creek, CA 94598
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Casa Sierra
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from $2,1952 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Sierra

148 Sierra DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Walnut Terrace
from $2,2351 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 8

Walnut Terrace

1340 Mt Pisgah RdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Shutters Apartments
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from $2,2502 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Shutters Apartments

135 Sharene LnWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Oak Terrace
from $2,2952 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Terrace

1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Bridge at Walnut Creek
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from $2,3411 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Bridge at Walnut Creek

1435 Creekside DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Park Lake at Walnut Creek
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from $2,3951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Park Lake at Walnut Creek

260 Park Lake CircleWalnut Creek, CA 94598
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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 Diablo Oaks Apartments priced from $1,775. The Grove at Walnut Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,829. Here are the most affordable San Marcos apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Diablo Oaks ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,775
The Grove at Walnut Creek1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,829
Ygnacio VillageA11BR,1BA$1,899
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,905
Oak & Iron1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$1,915
Walnut Hill1x11BR,1BA$1,950
Creekside Terrace1BD, 1BTH1BR,1BA$1,980
FOUR SEASONSC - 1X1 6671BR,1BA$1,980
Alpine ParkStudio 5Studio,1BA$1,995
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #122BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA

As of January 06, 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 2B/ 1B #10 Model at Walnut Creek Apartments starting at $2,150 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the Gregory Gardens 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
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #102BR,1BA$2.38
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.47
300 N Civic Dr, Unit 306300 N Civic Dr2BR,1BA$2.89
Vista Terrace Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.92
The MeridianTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.76
Shutters Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.80
Bridge at Walnut Creek1X1A1BR,1BA$2.93
Birchwood ApartmentsUpstairs with Balcony1BR,1BA$2.67
FOUR SEASONSC - 1X1 6671BR,1BA$2.97

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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

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 Diablo Oaks Apartments listed at $1,775.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Marcos Apartment is $1,829 at The Grove at Walnut Creek.

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 $1,995 at Walnut Creek Apartments.

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