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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Full-size washer and dryer
  • Tennis courts
  • Fitness center
  • Private patio or balcony
  • Playground
  • Spacious interiors

Location

2601 Hilltop Dr, Richmond, CA 94806, USA
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Management

Essex Property Trust, Inc

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Leasing office

(415) 367-1813

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Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm PT

Property Overview

San Marcos presents an exceptional living experience, highlighted by a Zumper expert rating of 9.6, emphasizing its quality, amenities, and location, all rated a perfect 10. The property features a remarkable combination of amenities such as a fitness center, tennis courts, and spacious interiors, while remaining competitively priced, making it a great choice for renters seeking value. Additionally, it stands out for its pet-friendly outdoor spaces and suitability for remote work, supported by nearby top-rated schools and extensive property photos.

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

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, San Marcos is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

The Varenna1 bed1 bath738 sqft$2,209–$2,369 /mo3 units available
The Vernazza1 bed1 bath742 sqft$2,229–$2,319 /mo5 units available
The Firenze1 bed1 bath802 sqft$2,309–$2,477 /mo4 units available
The Pavia1 bed1 bath904 sqft$2,499–$2,537 /mo2 units available
The Toscana2 bed2 bath1,101 sqft$2,699 /mo1 unit available
The Sorrento2 bed2 bath1,114 sqft$2,977–$2,999 /mo2 units available
The Palermo2 bed2 bath1,029 sqft$2,999–$3,167 /mo4 units available
The Venezia2 bed2 bath1,189 sqft$3,089 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for San Marcos

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKFitness Center
Smoke-free

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBarbecue Area
Outdoor SpacePlayground
Swimming PoolTennis Courts

Services

Airbnb Friendly CommunityNight Patrol
On-Site Maintenance

Other

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Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 
Deposit$500
Monthly Rent$75

Cat policy

Allowed 
Deposit$500
Monthly Rent$50

Pets must be spayed/neutered.

Required one-time fees

Application Fee$48
Building details

Property details

Units432
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About San Marcos

HomeApartments in Richmond San Marcos

Step into a haven of casual elegance at San Marcos apartments in Richmond, CA. Our Mediterranean-inspired exteriors open to reveal spacious interiors in your choice of one- or two-bedroom layouts. Inside each residence, you will enjoy features designed for your daily comfort and convenience such as a fully equipped kitchen with a gas range, spacious storage solutions, and a full-size washer and dryer. Select homes boast extra enhancements like a fireplace, private patio or balcony, and breathtaking Bay views. Just outside your door, our pet-friendly community has it all. Gather with friends and neighbors in our barbecue and picnic area or courtyard. Head to our fitness center to get in a quick workout, take advantage of our playground, take a dip in our refreshing pool or spa, or engage in some friendly competition on our tennis courts. Perhaps best of all is our amazing location. An East Bay enclave with plenty of parks, shopping, and dining of its own, plus with easy access to Berkeley and San Francisco, Richmond is an increasingly coveted region in which to put down roots. Our location is close to major freeways as well as the Richmond BART station so that you can easily access all the best of the Bay Area. Price reflected is base rent and does not include mandatory or optional fees. Detailed fee information and fee schedules can be found on the community's Leasing Info page on our Essex website.


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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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, San Marcos is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated San Marcos
Price·9A 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.
San Marcos stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
San Marcos stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
San Marcos offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
San Marcos has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at San Marcos.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
San Marcos has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

It's been a pleasure being here at San Marcos! I can't express enough how great the staff is. Stephanie and Morgan are always helpful, and super professional. Clean grounds, friendly maintenance, and parking is way better than it used to be. The maintenance team is great too. Chanel, Jose, Octavio and Philip are always on top of things. Great job to the team at San Marcos - highly recommend!

Tony T

Tony T

Jul 16, 2022

I was having trouble with my garage door remote. I sent in my request and Chanel reached out to me really fast and got me situated. Since I live been here everyone’s been very nice and maintenance has been very responsive 😊

Rajsedah Davis

Rajsedah Davis

Jan 24, 2025

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

San Marcos is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent

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 San Marcos compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 56 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 79 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Richmond

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% higher than 1-bedrooms in Richmond.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at San Marcos to be 28% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Richmond.

Median rents as of Sep 20 2025.
Richmond
A table of studio rental data trends in Richmond
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,602
November 2023$1,591
December 2023$1,592
January 2024$1,580
February 2024$1,559
March 2024$1,147
April 2024$1,895
May 2024$2,366
June 2024$1,995
July 2024$1,965
August 2024$1,637
September 2024$1,744
October 2024$1,646
November 2024$1,613
December 2024$1,523
January 2025$1,505
February 2025$1,537
March 2025$1,734
April 2025$1,806
May 2025$1,654
June 2025$1,563
July 2025$1,565
August 2025$1,573
September 2025$1,588

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 2601 Hilltop Dr?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$90,760/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $90,760 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $2,269.
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Schools near San Marcos

Bayview Elementary School

3001 16th st

san pablo, CA, 94806

K-6Public
C-

Vista Virtual Academy

2625 barnard rd

san pablo, CA, 94806

K-12Public
B+
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Richmond near 2601 Hilltop Dr

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 2601 Hilltop Dr, Richmond

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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