San Marcos Homes for Sale

San Marcos is a Walnut Creek neighborhood with sidewalks, manicured lawns and tree-shaded streets. Residences include townhouses, ranch-style homes and contemporary saltbox designs, which were primarily built between the late 1960s and early 1980s. Home prices range from about $800,000 to $1.5 million, and the market is competitive; properties often sell within two to three weeks. Students attend highly rated schools in the Mt. Diablo Unified School District, including Bancroft Elementary School, Foothill Middle School and Northgate High School. John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center is a major local employer. Residents enjoy an average of 262 sunny days per year, making outdoor activities popular. Heather Farm Park offers tennis courts and playgrounds, while Diablo Hills Golf Course provides a nearby 9-hole golf course. For hiking, Shell Ridge Open Space features 31 miles of trails and stunning views of Mount Diablo. San Marcos is about a mile from downtown Walnut Creek, which is known for its outdoor patios, cafes and shops, including Caffè La Scala and Pizza My Heart. Stores like Trader Joe’s and Target are also close by. Broadway Plaza, a trendy open-air shopping area, and The Lasher Center for the Arts are within 2 miles of San Marcos. The neighborhood is close to Interstate 680 and State Route 24, and the Bay Area Rapid Transit’s Yellow Line serves the area.