
Studio Apartments for Rent in the San Marcos Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA (145 Rentals)


The Overlook at Walnut Creek

The Boulders

Walnut Hill

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Castlewood Apartments

Waymark

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Vaya

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Creekside Terrace

1716 Lofts

The 1960

Avalon Walnut Ridge

Avalon Walnut Creek

2323 San Juan Ave

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1001 Harvey Dr, Unit GO FL4-ID10985A

1001 Harvey Dr, Unit SI FL6-ID5793A

121 Roble Rd

1411 Creekside Dr

Ygnacio Gardens

Greenwood Condominiums

The Montecito Condominiums

1852 Bonanza St

1645 Carmel Dr
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1233 Boulevard Way

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1370-1380 Oakland Blvd

111 Vista Hermosa

Ann Apartments

1081-1083 Esplanade Pl

140 Village Ct

2092 Camel Ln

Sunnyvale West

1671 Alvarado Ave
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1229 Boulevard Way

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1160 Walker Ave

1101 Roxie Ln

1527 Shuey Ave

1111-1113 Roxie Ln

1959 Desert Cir

Coral Homes Duplexes

2321 San Juan Ave
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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 | $2,222 | $1,800 | $3,361 |
| San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $1,780 | $4,672 |
| San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,121 | $2,191 | $5,118 |
| San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,219 | $3,204 | $5,180 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 145 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 Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in the San Marcos area of San Francisco, CA is found at The Retreat at Walnut Creek and is listed at 796 square feet priced from $2,352. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio Exec | 796 Sq Ft | $2,352 |
| 15Fifty5 | Design EA Premier 2 | 650 Sq Ft | $2,557 |
| 1716 Lofts | D | 645 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | 525 Sq Ft | $1,822 |
| Avalon Walnut Creek | S2-2 | 525 Sq Ft | $2,355 |
| The Arroyo Residences | S01 | 520 Sq Ft | $3,112 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | 510 Sq Ft | $1,948 |
| The Boulders | Studio | 505 Sq Ft | $2,299 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | 500 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| Alpine Park | Studio | 482 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
Cheapest Available San Marcos Studio Apartments
Currently the lowest priced Studio apartment unit San Marcos of San Francisco, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,800 at Diablo Oaks Apartments. The average price for all Studio apartments in San Marcos is currently $2,222. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Diablo Oaks Apartments | Studio | $1,800 |
| Newell Vista | ne-stu | $1,822 |
| Park Regency Apartments | The Cambridge C2 | $1,895 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | $1,928 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | $1,948 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | $1,950 |
| Four Seasons Apartments | A - STUDIO 462 | $1,950 |
| Alpine Park | Studio | $1,995 |
| 2323 San Juan Ave | Studio | $2,150 |
| The Boulders | Studio | $2,299 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio San Marcos Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in San Marcos with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in San Marcos is at Diablo Oaks Apartments listed at $1,800.
How much is the average rent for a Studio San Marcos Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Marcos is $2,222.
What is the largest available Studio San Marcos Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 796 square feet unit starting from $2,352 at The Retreat at Walnut Creek.
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