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San Marcos

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2601 Hilltop Dr Richmond, CA

1 - 2 Bed
•
1 - 2 Bath

738 - 1,189 Sq. Ft.

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Studio • 1 Bath
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$2,189
802 ft2
0 Available
Unit 011213
$2,189
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
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$2,557 - $2,759
802 ft2
3 Available
Unit 011212
$2,557
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Unit 011816
$2,759
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Unit 011113
$2,639
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Available Jun 9th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
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$2,587
738 ft2
1 Available
Unit 010633
$2,587
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
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$2,597 - $2,629
904 ft2
2 Available
Unit 010737
$2,597
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Unit 010433
$2,629
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Available Jul 7th, 2026
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1 Bed • 1 Bath
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$2,347 - $2,429
742 ft2
3 Available
Unit 011323
$2,347
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Available Jun 6th, 2026
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Unit 010612
$2,427
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Available Jun 28th, 2026
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Unit 010917
$2,429
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Available Jul 4th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
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$2,879 - $3,199
1114 ft2
6 Available
Unit 011431
$2,879
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Unit 011711
$3,049
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Unit 011525
$3,117
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Unit 010138
$3,129
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Unit 011411
$3,199
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Unit 011025
$2,897
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Available Jul 10th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
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$2,759 - $2,997
1029 ft2
6 Available
Unit 011734
$2,959
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Unit 010114
$2,997
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Unit 010738
$2,827
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Available Jun 7th, 2026
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Unit 010721
$2,759
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Available Jun 14th, 2026
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Unit 011414
$2,817
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Available Jul 3rd, 2026
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Unit 010935
$2,777
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Available Jul 7th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
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$3,067 - $3,197
1189 ft2
4 Available
Unit 011835
$3,079
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Unit 011931
$3,079
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Unit 010524
$3,067
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Available Jun 7th, 2026
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Unit 011135
$3,197
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Available Jun 20th, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
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$3,169
1101 ft2
1 Available
Unit 011131
$3,169
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Available Jun 7th, 2026
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
40
Car-Dependent
Transit Score®
35
Some Transit
Bike Score®
35
Somewhat Bikeable
Amenities
In-unit Laundry
Fitness Center
Fireplace
Pool
Controlled Access
Smoke Free
Linencloset
Vaultedceiling
Airbnb-friendly Community
Hardwoodflooring
Ceilingfan
Online Resident Portal
Heat
Parking
Night Patrol
On-site Maintenance
Bbq Area
Tennis Court
Playground
Hot Tub / Spa
Balcony, Deck, Patio
Dishwasher
Fees & leasing info
Pets
Dogs Ok
Cats Ok
Other:

Pets must be spayed/neutered.

Pet Deposit: $500.00
Pet Rent: $50.00
Restrictions:

A deposit of $500 is required for up to 2 pets.

Lease & Fees
Lease Length:

We have flexible lease terms and pricing to fit your needs!

Application Fee: $48
Application Fee: $48
Admin Fee:

N/A

Property details
Description

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.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 432
Last Updated: Updated 3 hours ago
Contact Number: (510) 674-1446
Property manager information
Essex Property Trust, Inc.
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Office Hours
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for San Marcos by bedroom type below.
1 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$91,900
per year
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$108,000
per year
Rent report

San Marcos Rent vs. Richmond Average

 San Marcos      Richmond Average
1BR
$2,552
$2,432
$0
$850
$1,700
$2,550
$3,400
2BR
$3,000
$2,715
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000

San Marcos is asking 5% more than the average 1 bedroom apartment in Richmond.

If you upsized to an average priced Richmond 2 bedroom apartment, you would pay 10% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Richmond studio apartment, you would pay 4% more per month.

San Marcos provides 16% more square footage than the average Richmond 1 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
San Marcos
1BR $2,552 $3.20 $7,657
2BR $3,000 $2.70 $8,999
Richmond Average
Studio $2,537 $4.00 $7,610
1BR $2,432 $3.50 $7,296
2BR $2,715 $2.70 $8,144
3BR $3,225 $2.60 $9,675

Availability in Richmond

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 41 2BR units on the market in Richmond. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
6% 34% 36% 19% 4%
Available Units in Richmond
Studio 7
1BR 39
2BR 41
3BR 22
4BR 5
Location
Nearby Colleges
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Kaiser Fnd Hosp Richmond Campus 3.71 mi.
Alta Bates Summit Med CTR Herrick Campus 9.3 mi.
Alta Bates Summit Med CTR Alta Bates Campus 10.11 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Pinole Fire Department 2.41 mi.
Pinole Fire Department 2.85 mi.
Felton Community Fire Company, Inc. 3.35 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 26 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 26 units available for move-in over the next 2 months. 13 units are vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 738 to 1,189 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
This property allows tenants to keep cats and dogs.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 1 and 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
Rent on available units ranges from $2,347 to $3,199. San Marcos has 1 bedroom units available starting at $2,347 and 2 bedroom units available starting at $2,759.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 2601 Hilltop Dr in Richmond, CA. It's 4.0 miles north from the center of Richmond.
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