Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Miguel Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (39 Rentals)

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Ming Tree Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ming Tree Apartments

115 Sharene LnWalnut 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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Carmel House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel House

1756 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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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

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 Park Regency Apartments priced from $1,695. eaves Walnut Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,821. Here are the most affordable Rancho San Miguel apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,695
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$1,821
Palm LakePLM11B2BR,2BA$1,824
Terrace ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,852
Park Place ApartmentsJunior 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,895
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
The Arbor1bdrm/1bth 1st Floor1BR,1BA$1,995
The Grove at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$2,001

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Miguel, CA

As of June 12, 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 2X1 Model at Sycamore Green Apartments starting at $2,575 with a $2.60 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 Apartments2X12BR,1BA$2.60
Villas at Sierra2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.58
Walnut Creek Apartments2B/ 1B #382BR,1BA$2.38
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.39
Walnut Hill2x12BR,1BA$2.76
Shutters Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.58
Park Place ApartmentsP 1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$3.01
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.03
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$3.03

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rancho San Miguel, Walnut Creek, CA

Ranked #9

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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

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 Park Regency Apartments listed at $1,695.

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 $1,821 at eaves Walnut Creek.

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 $1,824 at Palm Lake.

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