
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Atascadero, CA from $1,000 (23 Rentals)
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6020 Conejo Rd

5420 Palma Ave, Unit A

7905 Curbaril Ave

9333 Musselman Dr

10310 El Camino Real

Bordeaux House Apartments
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5350 Mariquita Ave

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5566 Tunitas Ave, Unit 2

The Oaks at Jornada

10755 Santa Ana Rd

1274 El Camino Real

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5550 Traffic Way, Unit 13

Hidden Oaks Village
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Las Lomas Village

5010 Palma Ave

Emerald Court Apartments

Rolling Hills Apartments I & II

Serenity Hills

802 Vista Grande St

2916 Alder Ave
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821 21st St

2212 Pine St
Atascadero, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Atascadero?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atascadero Studio Apartments | $1,382 | $1,030 | $1,699 |
| Atascadero 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $1,325 | $1,803 |
| Atascadero 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,212 | $1,237 | $2,825 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Atascadero, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/30/2026Current apartment rentals in the Atascadero, 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 Atascadero Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atascadero Templeton | $6,900 | $1,030 | 14 |
Cheapest Available Atascadero Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Atascadero, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Oaks at Jornada in the Atascadero Templeton neighborhood priced from $2,250. ReNew Atascadero in the Atascadero Templeton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Atascadero apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oaks at Jornada | 2bdx2bth, Renovated, upstairs, electric, $2250 | 2BR,2BA | $2,250 |
| ReNew Atascadero | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2,825 |
| Emerald Ridge Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $3,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atascadero, CA and Nearby
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Atascadero area is the $2.85 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Emerald Ridge Apartments in the in the Morro Bay Cayucos Cambria neighborhood starting from $3,250. The second greatest value Atascadero apartment is the 5566 Tunitas Ave Model at 5566 Tunitas Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,150 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the Atascadero Templeton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Atascadero apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Ridge Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.85 |
| 5566 Tunitas Ave, Unit 2 | 5566 Tunitas Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| ReNew Atascadero | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| The Oaks at Jornada | 2bdx2bth, Renovated, upstairs, electric, $2250 | 2BR,2BA | $2.57 |
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What types of apartments are the cheapest in Atascadero?
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 3 regular apartments in Atascadero that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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