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San Ramon, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Ramon, CA

Pricing Updated: 11/13/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Ramon, CA area range in price from $785 to $19,400 with an overall median price of $6,644. The three San Ramon neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Escalante At Windemere at $1,600, Riata at $1,600, and Cottage Park at $1,600. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Ramon Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Escalante At Windemere$4,495$1,60046
Riata$4,495$1,60046
Cottage Park$4,500$1,60055
La Sera & Sera Vista$4,720$2,22517
Lauderhill$5,900$2,8003
Montecito at Windemere$5,900$1,40053
Outer Danville San Ramon$16,500$785366

Cheapest Available San Ramon Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Ramon, CA is a Studio unit found at Aspenwood 62+ Senior Apartments in the Cottage Park neighborhood priced from $1,611. Rose Garden Apartments in the Lauderhill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Ramon apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aspenwood 62+ Senior ApartmentsStudio - S3Studio,1BA$1,611
Rose Garden Apartments802-101 (Plan 1 - *BMR)1BR,1BA$1,825
Canyon WoodsSafflowerStudio,1BA$1,889
Bel AirThe SandcoveStudio,1BA$1,957
The Seasons ApartmentsSpring1BR,1BA$2,047

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Ramon, CA

As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Ramon area is the $2.96 price per square foot Plan 3x2A Model at Canyon Oaks at Windemere in the in the Cottage Park neighborhood starting from $3,897. The second greatest value San Ramon apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath (A) Model at Mill Creek at Windemere starting at $3,837 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Cottage Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Ramon apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Canyon Oaks at WindemerePlan 3x2A3BR,2BA$2.96
Mill Creek at Windemere3 Bed 2 Bath (A)3BR,2BA$2.92
5501 DeMarcus Blvd #328, Unit 3285501 DeMarcus Blvd #3283BR,2BA$2.55
Foothill - Twin Creeks CondosPlan 2A2BR,2BA$2.31
Highlands PointRockingham2BR,2BA$2.56
Villas at MonterossoPlan A2BR,2BA$2.70
Seville at Gale RanchUnit B 2B1B2BR,1BA$2.81
PraderaA41BR,1BA$3.07
The Seasons ApartmentsSpring1BR,1BA$2.92
Valencia at Gale RanchOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.00

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San Ramon, CA

Ranked #593

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Ramon

What type of rentals are currently available in San Ramon?

There are currently 105 Apartments for Rent in San Ramon, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $4,889. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Ramon ranging from $1,400 to $9,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Ramon?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Ramon ranges from $1,400 to $9,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,542.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Ramon?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Ramon range from $3,100 to $4,889, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $5,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,600.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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