Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Miguel Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (48 Rentals)

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$2,251 - $5,180Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

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1800 Lacassie 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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Enclave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Enclave

3081 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Walnut Creek Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Creek Apartments

1595 Sunnyvale AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Casa Sierra
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Sierra

148 Sierra DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Walnut Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Terrace

1340 Mt Pisgah RdWalnut 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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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 Palm Lake priced from $1,682. Park Regency Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,809. Here are the most affordable Rancho San Miguel apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm LakePLM01Studio,1BA$1,682
Park Regency ApartmentsThe Cambridge C2Studio,1BA$1,809
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$1,856
Diablo Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,890
Castlewood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
The Alterra: Beautiful One-Bedroom ApartmentsOne Bedroom Partial Reno1BR,1BA$1,995
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
The Arbors1bdrm/1bth1BR,1BA$1,995
The Grove at Walnut CreekStudioStudio,1BA$2,018
Walnut Hill1x11BR,1BA$2,021

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Miguel, CA

As of November 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Miguel area is the $2.39 price per square foot ne-2x1.5 Model at Newell Vista in the in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood starting from $2,627. The second greatest value Rancho San Miguel apartment is the 2X1 Model at Sycamore Green Apartments starting at $2,600 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the College Park 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.
Newell Vistane-2x1.52BR,1.5BA$2.39
Sycamore Green Apartments2X12BR,1BA$2.63
Avalon Walnut Ridge9552BR,2BA$2.98
Villa Montanaro1x1-9461BR,1BA$3.07
Kingston Place ApartmentsCantabury2BR,1.5BA$2.45
Vista Terrace Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.99
2318 San Juan Ave, Unit 22318 San Juan Ave2BR,1BA$2.79
2634 Baldwin Ln, Unit 12634 Baldwin Ln2BR,1BA$3.06
Main Street TerraceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.03
eaves Walnut Creek6011BR,1BA$3.09

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rancho San Miguel, Walnut Creek, CA

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

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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 Palm Lake listed at $1,682.

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 $1,856 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 $2,188 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 Enclave and starts from $2,925.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Written by: Trey Huguley

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