
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Arroyo Grande, CA from $1,300 (36 Rentals)
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430 Traffic Way

195 Aspen St

183 Brisco Rd

1185 Fair Oaks Ave

Sand Dollar Garden Apartments

Cortina d'Arroyo Grande Senior Apartments

Park Elm Townhomes

240 Aspen St
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Park Place

Courtland Street Apartments

Juniper Street Apartments

Oak Park Village Apartments

Ramona Gardens

356-360 Pier Ave

1111 N Strand Way

875 Longbranch Ave

Pismo Dunes RV Resort
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Farroll Apartments

1231 Mentone Ave

633 Airpark

946 S 13th

2130 Beach St

1605-1611 Front St

1367 W Grand Ave

857 Manhattan Ave

881 Manhattan Ave
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301 W Grand Ave

1685-1691 Ramona Ave

861 Front St

265 N 16th St

Pismo Terrace

Vista Pacific

Belridge Street Apartments

Ramona St. Apartments

359 N 16th St
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Arroyo Grande, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arroyo Grande?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Arroyo Grande 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,200 | $2,300 |
| Cheap Arroyo Grande 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,581 | $2,300 | $2,840 |
| Cheap Arroyo Grande 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,400 |
| Cheap Arroyo Grande 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,800 | $2,800 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Arroyo Grande, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/09/2026Current apartment rentals in the Arroyo Grande, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Arroyo Grande Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Grande Nipomo | $3,590 | $989 | 56 |
Cheapest Available Arroyo Grande Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ramona Gardens | Available 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,300 |
| Oak Park Village Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,840 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arroyo Grande, CA
As of May 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arroyo Grande area is the $3.13 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Oak Park Village Apartments in the in the Arroyo Grande Nipomo neighborhood starting from $2,840. The second greatest value Arroyo Grande apartment is the Available 2 Bedroom Model at Ramona Gardens starting at $2,300 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Arroyo Grande Nipomo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arroyo Grande apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park Village Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
| Ramona Gardens | Available 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
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What types of apartments are the cheapest in Arroyo Grande?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in Arroyo Grande that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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