1241 Homestead Ave
Walnut CreekCA94598
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Walnut CreekCA94597
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ConcordCA94518
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2383 N Main StWalnut Creek, CA 94596
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Walnut CreekCA94598
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San Marcos, Walnut Creek, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,169 | $2,250 | $4,650 |
| San Marcos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,766 | $3,750 | $6,800 |
| San Marcos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,719 | $4,750 | $6,495 |
| San Marcos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,265 | $5,995 | $6,500 |
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There are currently 13 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 1 Bed unit found at eaves Walnut Creek priced from $1,844. Park Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here are the most affordable San Marcos apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $1,844 |
| Park Place Apartments | Junior 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Diablo Pointe Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
| The Grove at Walnut Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,902 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA
As of July 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marcos area is the $2.76 price per square foot 2Bed/2Bath Model at Geary Road Townhomes in the in the Gregory Gardens neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value San Marcos apartment is the 1701 San Miguel Dr Model at 1701 San Miguel Dr, Unit 1701 starting at $3,300 with a $3.00 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geary Road Townhomes | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.76 |
| 1701 San Miguel Dr, Unit 1701 | 1701 San Miguel Dr | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Villas at San Miguel | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Walnut Creek Apartments | 2B/ 1B #8 | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Kingston Place Apartments | Cantabury | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.39 |
| Vista Terrace Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Shutters Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Birchwood Apartments | Upstairs with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| Main Street Terrace | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| eaves Walnut Creek | 601 | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
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There are currently 353 Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,762 to $18,323. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Marcos ranging from $1,900 to $6,800.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Marcos ranges from $1,900 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $4,068.
Expert Rental Resources
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