
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the San Marcos Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA (171 Rentals)


The Retreat at Walnut Creek

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The Overlook at Walnut Creek

The Boulders

Walnut Hill

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Diablo Pointe Apartments

Castlewood Apartments

Waymark

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Vaya
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The Windsor

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Atrium Downtown

Newell Vista

Oak & Iron

15Fifty5

eaves Walnut Creek

Creekside Terrace
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The Arbors

1716 Lofts

Brio

The Meridian

Flora

The 1960

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Carmel House
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Avalon Walnut Ridge

Avalon Walnut Creek

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310 N Civic Dr, Unit 418, Unit 418

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300 N Civic Dr #313, Unit Sunny, Unit Sunny

100 Kinross Dr, Unit 15, Unit 15

101 Kinross Dr

320 N Civic Dr, Unit #202, Unit #202

121 Roble Rd, Unit GO FL1-ID11095A

121 Roble Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID11819A

1001 Harvey Dr, Unit SI FL3-ID11772A
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1001 Harvey Dr, Unit SI FL2-ID11703A

121 Roble Rd, Unit SI FL2-ID11831A

121 Roble Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID11820A

1800 Lacassie Ave, Unit SI FL2-ID2038

1800 Lacassie Ave, Unit SI FL1-ID1893

7011 Sunne Ln, Unit SI FL3-ID1503

7011 Sunne Ln, Unit SI FL3-ID1502

2982 Santos Ln, Unit SI FL2-ID1040

2982 Santos Ln, Unit SI FL2-ID987

2383 N Main St, Unit SI FL4-ID933
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San Marcos, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos Studio Apartments | $2,209 | $1,800 | $3,361 |
San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,538 | $1,780 | $4,672 |
| San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,084 | $2,191 | $5,118 |
| San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,052 | $3,204 | $5,090 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 171 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the San Marcos Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Largest Available San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the San Marcos area of San Francisco, CA is found at Villa Montanaro and is listed at 946 square feet priced from $3,228. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Montanaro | 1x1-946 | 946 Sq Ft | $3,228 |
| Avalon Walnut Creek | A3-863 | 863 Sq Ft | $2,750 |
| Waymark | 1x1-819 | 819 Sq Ft | $3,438 |
| Castlewood Apartments | One Bedroom - Open Kitchen | 788 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1Bath | 780 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 777 | 777 Sq Ft | $2,369 |
| Stoneridge Luxury Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 773 Sq Ft | $2,454 |
| Vaya | A1 | 767 Sq Ft | $3,765 |
| Brio | Iris | 766 Sq Ft | $2,589 |
| 1716 Lofts | B | 745 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
Cheapest Available San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit San Marcos of San Francisco, CA is the 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B - 1100 Lincoln Ave Model starting from $1,994 at Oak & Iron. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Marcos is currently $2,538. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Oak & Iron | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath B - 1100 Lincoln Ave | $1,994 |
| Park Place Apartments | Loft | $1,995 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | C - 1X1 667 | $1,995 |
| The Arbors | 1bdrm/1bth 1st Floor | $1,995 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | $2,021 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1Bath | $2,100 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Barrington B5 | $2,105 |
| Carmel House | 1×1 C | $2,119 |
| The Meridian | One Bedroom | $2,150 |
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Best Local Schools in San Marcos, Walnut Creek, CA
Indian Valley Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Marcos Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Marcos with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Marcos is at Oak & Iron listed at $1,994.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Marcos Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Marcos is $2,538.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Marcos Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 946 square feet unit starting from $3,228 at Villa Montanaro.
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