
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho San Miguel Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $1,500 (50 Rentals)
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The Retreat at Walnut Creek

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Oak & Iron

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Rancho San Miguel, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho San Miguel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho San Miguel Studio Apartments | $2,299 | $1,809 | $4,950 |
| Rancho San Miguel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,503 | $1,860 | $4,400 |
| Rancho San Miguel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,064 | $1,969 | $6,186 |
| Rancho San Miguel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,765 | $2,925 | $8,556 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
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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 1 Bed unit found at eaves Walnut Creek priced from $1,740. Palm Lake 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $1,740 |
| Palm Lake | PLM01 | Studio,1BA | $1,809 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,827 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath C - 114 Sharene | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,989 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Main Street Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,018 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho San Miguel, CA
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho San Miguel area is the $2.02 price per square foot 3Bed/3.5Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Rancho San Miguel apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Villas at Sierra starting at $2,450 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho San Miguel apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geary Road Townhomes | 3Bed/3.5Bath | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.02 |
| Villas at Sierra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Villas at San Miguel | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.52 |
| Park Vista Apartments | Park Vista 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Walnut Terrace | 1x1 Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Large One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
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Best Local Schools in Rancho San Miguel, Walnut Creek, CA
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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 $1,809.
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 $1,925 at Diablo Pointe Apartments.
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 $2,208 at Park Vista Apartments.
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