Cheap Apartments for Rent in Avila Beach, CA from $600 (9 Rentals)

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424 East Mill Street
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424 East Mill Street

418-424 E Mill StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Cheapest Available Avila Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Avila Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood priced from $950. Sierra Sands in the Harvest Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,179. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Avila Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+StudioStudio,1BA$950
Sierra Sands2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,179
La VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,360

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avila Beach, CA and Nearby

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Avila Beach area is the $2.29 price per square foot 3x2 Mahogany Finish Model at St Claire in the in the Harvest Glen neighborhood starting from $2,877. The second greatest value Avila Beach apartment is the Monterey Model at Refugio starting at $3,000 with a $2.41 price per square foot in the Harvest Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Avila Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
St Claire3x2 Mahogany Finish3BR,2BA$2.29
RefugioMonterey3BR,2.5BA$2.41
ReNew AtascaderoTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,2BA$2.85
La Plaza Villas2/22BR,2BA$2.52
Bordeaux House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.13
Sierra Sands1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.74
The Oaks at Jornada2bdx2bth, downstairs Renovated2BR,2BA$2.60
Hancock Terrace ApartmentsDeco1BR,1BA$2.76
Amara Apartments1x1 DS1BR,1BA$2.66
Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+StudioStudio ,1BA$2.23

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Avila Beach Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Avila Beach?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Avila Beach is at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ listed at $950.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Avila Beach Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Avila Beach Apartment is $1,553 at La Vista.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Avila Beach Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Avila Beach is starting from $1,179 at Sierra Sands.

What is the most affordable Avila Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Avila Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sierra Sands and starts from $1,365.

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