Apartments for Rent in the San Marcos Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA (415 Rentals)

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Vaya
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$2,891 - $4,955
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1800 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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The Windsor
$3,967
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2383 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Atrium Downtown
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$2,649 - $3,363
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Atrium Downtown

1812 Trinity AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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The 1960
$4,437 - $9,030
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The 1960

1960 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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property at 44 Iron Horse Ln

$3,295

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1 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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44 Iron Horse Ln

Walnut CreekCA94597
property at 2486 Warren Ln

$800

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2486 Warren Ln

Walnut CreekCA94597
property at 320 N Civic Dr

$2,500

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320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202

320 N Civic Dr
Walnut CreekCA94596

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property at 1315 Alma Ave

$2,600

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1315 Alma Ave, Unit 446

1315 Alma Ave
Walnut CreekCA94596
property at 1726 Crescent Dr

$1,250

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1726 Crescent Dr

Walnut CreekCA94598

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Walnut Creek. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with younger kids? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Walnut Creek, this area of town is known as one of the best communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and access to highly-rated education resources.

Outdoors Rating

Love nice outdoor spaces? San Marcos ranks as providing fantastic access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This neighborhood has now become known as amongst the finest high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, park views, easy access to green space, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Other luxury items often include hardwood floors and fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Do you have dogs and cats? this section of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about San Marcos

How much are Studio apartments in San Marcos?

There are currently 141 Studio Apartments in San Marcos with rent ranges from $1,800 to $3,564 with an average price of $2,337.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Marcos Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Marcos ranges from $1,856 to $4,955 with an average monthly rent of $2,587.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Marcos cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Marcos range from $2,235 to $5,330. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,173.

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