
Studio Apartments for Rent in the San Marcos Neighborhood of Walnut Creek, CA (140 Rentals)


The Retreat at Walnut Creek

The Overlook at Walnut Creek

The Boulders

Walnut Hill

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Waymark

The Grove at Walnut Creek

Newell Vista
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Oak & Iron

15Fifty5

Creekside Terrace

2323 San Juan Ave

The 1960

Avalon Walnut Ridge

Avalon Walnut Creek

1716 Lofts

Alpine Park

Greenwood Condominiums
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Ygnacio Gardens

1411 Creekside Dr

Riviera Condominiums

1744 Parkside Dr

1941 Desert Cir

190 Village Ct

42 Tahoe Ct

33 Tahoe Ct

58 Tahoe Ct
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1600 Carmel Dr

132 Village Ct

2511-2535 Lucy Ln

1594 San Luis Rd

1974 Desert Cir

2548 Jones Rd

21 St. Johns Ct

2696 Jones Rd

1175 Mt Diablo Blvd

1440 Oakland Blvd
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1971 Desert Cor

1121-1123 Roxie Ln

1587 2nd Ave

City View

Trinity Arms

2073 Strand Rd

1963 Desert Cir

1960 Desert Cir

1553-1555 2nd Ave

1122 Roxie Ln
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 | $2,242 | $1,760 | $3,230 |
| San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,583 | $1,925 | $4,704 |
| San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,120 | $2,195 | $4,981 |
| San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,309 | $2,975 | $3,749 |
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There are currently 140 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 15Fifty5 and is listed at 650 square feet priced from $2,572. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15Fifty5 | Design EA Premier 2 | 650 Sq Ft | $2,572 |
| 1716 Lofts | D | 645 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Villa Montanaro | 0x1-566 | 566 Sq Ft | $2,304 |
| The Arroyo Residences | S01 | 520 Sq Ft | $3,097 |
| Waymark | 0x1-512 | 512 Sq Ft | $2,599 |
| Avalon Walnut Ridge | 510 | 510 Sq Ft | $2,093 |
| The Boulders | Studio | 505 Sq Ft | $2,174 |
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | 497 Sq Ft | $1,760 |
| Alpine Park | Studio | 482 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | 473 Sq Ft | $1,998 |
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 $1,760 at The Retreat at Walnut Creek. The average price for all Studio apartments in San Marcos is currently $2,242. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Walnut Creek | Studio | $1,760 |
| Creekside Terrace | 0BD, 1BTH | $1,825 |
| Alpine Park | Studio | $1,995 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | $1,998 |
| The Boulders | Studio | $2,174 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | $2,175 |
| Villa Montanaro | 0x1-566 | $2,310 |
| 15Fifty5 | Design EA Premier | $2,442 |
| Waymark | 0x1-512 | $2,599 |
| The Arroyo Residences | S01 | $3,097 |
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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 The Retreat at Walnut Creek listed at $1,760.
How much is the average rent for a Studio San Marcos Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Marcos is $2,242.
What is the largest available Studio San Marcos Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 650 square feet unit starting from $2,572 at 15Fifty5.
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