Agora at South Main

1500 Newell Ave, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Monthly Rent
$4,697 - $5,567
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Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2 - 2.5
Sq. Ft.
1,209 - 1,624 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

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Plan 2A

$4,697
2 Beds, 2 Baths
1,209 Sq. Ft.
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1,209
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Plan 2B + Den Townhome + Rooftop Deck

$5,567
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths
1,624 Sq. Ft.
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220
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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

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

Property Information

  • Built in 2016
  • 49 units4 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $48

Due at Move-In

  • Administrative Fee
    N/A

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • Barbecue area
  • Bike storage
  • EV charging stations
  • Night Patrol
  • Online resident portal
  • Outdoor firepit
  • Parking
  • Pet friendly
  • Poolside cabanas
  • Storage Units

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Dishwasher
  • Double Vanities
  • Fireplace
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • Island Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Patio

Community Features

  • Bicycle Storage
  • Cabana
  • Car Charging Station
  • Clubhouse
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Maintenance on site
  • On-Site Retail
  • Pool
  • Spa

Map of Agora at South Main

Area Scores

Walkability

Very walkable

Transit

Good public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Fairly bikeable

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Busy

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Airport

Metro Oakland International

36 min Drive

Oakland International

Airport

San Francisco International

53 min Drive

San Francisco International

Moving to Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, CA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Agora at South Main proximity to Newell Promenade, Terrace Shops, and Main Street Plaza. Newell Promenade is 0.1 miles away, and Terrace Shops is within a 1 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 60, Agora at South Main has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 20.6 miles. Transit options include Walnut Creek and Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Agora at South Main are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.6 miles, including Civic Park, Butterfly Habitat Gardens, and Lar Rieu Park.

Airports

Living in Downtown Walnut Creek provides easy access to Metro Oakland International, located just 33 minutes from Agora at South Main. Another nearby airport is San Francisco International, located 35.9 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 1 out of 10

Fair Oaks Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Sun Terrace Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Bollinger Canyon Elementary

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Buena Vista Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 9 out of 10

Walnut Creek Intermediate

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

Oro School

Grades 6-8

Private

Not rated

St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 10 out of 10

Las Lomas High

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Contra Costa Midrasha

Grades 6-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Saint Marys Coll. of Calif. Drive: 15 min (6.1 mi)
Diablo Valley, Pleasant Hill Drive: 12 min (6.7 mi)
UC Berkeley Drive: 23 min (14.1 mi)

About Agora at South Main

We offer Self-Guided Tours by Appointment Only. Welcome to the Agora at South Main apartments in Walnut Creek, CA where luxury living is right where you belong. We pride ourselves on offering spacious two-bedroom apartments with high-end finishes and… thoughtful amenities. In each home, you will find quartz countertops, a gas range, wood-style flooring, walk-in closet storage, and your own private patio or balcony. Agora at South Main offers life without compromise in the bustling center of Walnut Creek. Our contemporary, mixed-use building houses 35,000 square feet of street-level shopping, dining, and fitness options, with luxurious apartment living situated above. Our pet-friendly community comes complete with a fitness center, large sundeck with a pool and spa, and a clubhouse with a double-sided fireplace and full kitchen. Here, you will find that your every need is thoughtfully addressed. Outside our community, you'll discover the many perks of our downtown location. Trader Joe's and Whole Foods Market are nearby, and you will enjoy the various retail and dining options across the street at Broadway Plaza. Our central location is also ideal for commuting. The Walnut Creek BART is approximately one mile away, and access to Interstate 680 is just outside our grounds, making commuting around the Bay Area a breeze. 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.

Agora at South Main is an apartment community in Walnut Creek, CA

Contact

Property Address:
1500 Newell Ave,
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Phone Number: (925) 248-3972
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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 Closed

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