0000 Overlook Dr
Walnut CreekCA94597
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Marcos Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA from $816 (42 Rentals)
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1234 Overlook Dr
Walnut CreekCA94597
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$1,802 - $2,945Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park Regency Apartments
3128 Oak RdWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Creekside Terrace
1390 Creekside DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Newell Vista
1200 Newell Hill PlWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Diablo Pointe Apartments
1450 Creekside DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Castlewood Apartments
1160 Lincoln AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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$1,976 - $2,8081 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
eaves Walnut Creek
1445 Treat BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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1457 Marchbanks Dr, Unit 1
1457 Marchbanks Dr
Walnut CreekCA94598
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$2,053 - $2,785Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Grove at Walnut Creek
81 Mayhew WayWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Oak & Iron
1100 Lincoln AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Park Place Apartments
1310-1330 Alma AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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$2,095 - $2,6951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Arbors
1250 Walker AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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$2,115 - $4,056Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Walnut Hill
1755 Trinity AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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$2,132 - $3,180Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Avalon Walnut Ridge
121 Roble RdWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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$2,135 - $3,2041 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 31
The Meridian
141 Flora AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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340 N Civic, Unit 409
340 N Civic
Walnut CreekCA94596
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$2,235 - $2,4952 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Kingston Place Apartments
3055 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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$2,284 - $3,060Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Boulders
530 N Civic DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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$2,300 - $2,3601 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vista Terrace Apartments
1355 Mt Pisgah RdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Coggins Square Apartments
1316 Las Juntas WayWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Carmel Pines
1770 Carmel DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Sunnyvale Terrace Apartments
1601 Sunnyvale AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Diablo Villa Apartments
1300 Creekside DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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1680 San Miguel Dr
Walnut CreekCA94596
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Trinity Terrace Apartments
1851 Trinity AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
324 Parnell Ct
Walnut CreekCA94597
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Ming Tree Apartments
115 Sharene LnWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Birchwood Apartments
1195 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
100 Kinross Dr
Walnut CreekCA94598
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Walnut Creek Apartments
1595 Sunnyvale AveWalnut Creek, CA 94597
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Casa Sierra
148 Sierra DrWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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1477 Marchbanks Dr
Walnut CreekCA94598
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Alterra Apartments
1200 Alpine RdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
460 N Civic Dr
Walnut CreekCA94596
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Caprice Apartments
1726 Lacassie AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Ygnacio Village
1295 Homestead AveWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Oak Terrace
1414 Oakland BlvdWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Sandpiper Apartments
1180 Saranap AveWalnut Creek, CA 94595
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$1,800 - $2,375Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Diablo Oaks Apartments
255 Coggins DrPleasant Hill, CA 94523
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The Courtyard at Poet's Corner
264 Douglas LnPleasant Hill, CA 94523
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IMT Pleasant Hill
225 Coggins DrPleasant Hill, CA 94523
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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 | $2,358 | $1,800 | $3,380 |
| San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,693 | $1,900 | $4,411 |
| San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,145 | $2,185 | $5,330 |
| San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,224 | $3,204 | $5,903 |
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Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the San Marcos Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA.
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Cheapest Available San Marcos Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Marcos area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Park Regency Apartments priced from $1,802. Newell Vista has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,835. Here are the most affordable San Marcos apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | Studio,1BA | $1,802 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $1,976 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | S1: 0 Bed 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,053 |
| IMT Pleasant Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Alterra Apartments | One Bedroom Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Caprice Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Walnut Hill | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,255 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Marcos area is the $3.06 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,825. The second greatest value San Marcos apartment is the A 2 x 2 Model at Park Place Apartments starting at $2,725 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the Downtown Walnut Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Geary Road Townhomes | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.06 |
| Park Place Apartments | A 2 x 2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | Two Bedroom Split-Level | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Villas at Sierra | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| The Arbors | 2 Bdrm/1bth 1st Floor | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Creekside Terrace | 2BD, 1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Newell Vista | ne-1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States, including Walnut Creek. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Marcos Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Marcos?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Marcos is under $2,255.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Marcos?
The cheapest apartment in San Marcos is eaves Walnut Creek which is listed at $1,976, while the average apartment in San Marcos costs $2,775.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Marcos?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in San Marcos that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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