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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Quiet residential neighborhood
  • Large pool
  • In-home washer/dryer
  • Wood-style flooring
  • Double-pane windows

Location

85 Santa Barbara Rd, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, USA
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Management

R.G. Hill & Company

Leasing office

(925) 940-9288 ext. 2

Property Overview

PCA earns a strong overall rating of 8.3 out of 10, with standout scores for price, amenities, and location that point to solid value and everyday convenience. It also offers stainless steel appliances, wood-style flooring, in-home washer/dryer, double-pane windows, and a large pool, while nearby pet services and outdoor spaces add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, PCA is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, PCA has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2/1 W/D Vaulted2 bed1 bath864 sqft$2,695 /mo1 unit availableMOVE IN SPECIAL!!! Please contact us for more details. Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath apartment home with Washer/Dryer, Central AC/Heat, Patio and Covered Assigned Parking. - Quartz Counter-tops - Beautiful Kitchen/Bath Cabinets - In-home Washer/Dryer - Stainless Steel Appliances - Central Air Conditioning/Heating - Wood-style Flooring - Upgraded Carpet in Bedrooms - Double-pane Windows - Nest Thermostat - Everything is PERFECT! Fully restored property with large pool, mature landscaping, PLENTY of nearby parking in addition to assigned parking and friendly, responsive On-Site Manager. Quiet residential neighborhood of mostly single-family homes in excellent school district. Walk to Pleasant Oaks Park and the Iron Horse Trail for year-round outdoor activity. One block to Safeway, Starbucks, restaurants and transportation. Less than 5 minutes to downtown Walnut Creek and Pleasant Hill. Just over one mile to BART and less than one mile to 680/24 for easy commuting. This is a great place to live! One-Year Lease preferred. Resident Pays Water, Sewer & Trash Dogs & Cats Welcome!* *Additional monthly rent and security deposit required; breed restrictions apply Poet's Corner Apartment Homes 85 Santa Barbara Road Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 R.G. Hill & Company DRE#01861273

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Amenities for PCA

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryRange
RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

Tech

Nest Thermostat

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Swimming Pool
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About PCA

HomeApartments in Pleasant Hill PCA

MOVE IN SPECIAL!!! Please contact us for more details. Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath apartment home with Washer/Dryer, Central AC/Heat, Patio and Covered Assigned Parking. - Quartz Counter-tops - Beautiful Kitchen/Bath Cabinets - In-home Washer/Dryer - Stainless Steel Appliances - Central Air Conditioning/Heating - Wood-style Flooring - Upgraded Carpet in Bedrooms - Double-pane Windows - Nest Thermostat - Everything is PERFECT! Fully restored property with large pool, mature landscaping, PLENTY of nearby parking in addition to assigned parking and friendly, responsive On-Site Manager. Quiet residential neighborhood of mostly single-family homes in excellent school district. Walk to Pleasant Oaks Park and the Iron Horse Trail for year-round outdoor activity. One block to Safeway, Starbucks, restaurants and transportation. Less than 5 minutes to downtown Walnut Creek and Pleasant Hill. Just over one mile to BART and less than one mile to 680/24 for easy commuting. This is a great place to live! One-Year Lease preferred. Resident Pays Water, Sewer & Trash Dogs & Cats Welcome!* *Additional monthly rent and security deposit required; breed restrictions apply Poet's Corner Apartment Homes 85 Santa Barbara Road Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 R.G. Hill & Company DRE#01861273


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, PCA is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, PCA has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated PCA
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
PCA offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
PCA goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, PCA receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
PCA is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While PCA does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

PCA is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How PCA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
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Rent trends in Pleasant Hill

2-bedroom apartments at PCA cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Pleasant Hill.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Pleasant Hill
A table of studio rental data trends in Pleasant Hill
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,798
July 2024$1,828
August 2024$1,852
September 2024$1,852
October 2024$1,861
November 2024$1,844
December 2024$1,869
January 2025$1,857
February 2025$1,852
March 2025$1,849
April 2025$1,825
May 2025$1,866
June 2025$1,866
July 2025$1,880
August 2025$1,852
September 2025$1,898
October 2025$1,911
November 2025$1,929
December 2025$1,894
January 2026$1,893
February 2026$2,067
March 2026$2,051
April 2026$2,029
May 2026$1,822

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$107,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $107,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,695.
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Schools near PCA

Horizons School: Independent Study

1 santa barbara rd

pleasant hill, CA, 94523

K-12Public
B+

Pleasant Hill Elementary School

2097 oak park blvd

pleasant hill, CA, 94523

K-5Public
B+

Mdusd Preschools

1 corritone ct

pleasant hill, CA, 94523

KPublic

Floyd I. Marchus

2900 avon ave

concord, CA, 94520

K-12Public

Sunrise (Special Education)

1861 silverwood dr

concord, CA, 94519

K-8Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Pleasant Hill near 85 Santa Barbara Rd

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 85 Santa Barbara Rd, Pleasant Hill

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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