
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cayucos, CA from $600 (48 Rentals)
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Artisan Apartments

California Grand Manor Senior Apartments

Wineman

Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+

Villa Paseo Palms

Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO

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La Vista

Hancock Terrace
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Vista Robles

Sierra Sands

Cassia Apartments

Dry Creek Apartments

Laguna Terrace Apartments

The Junction

Alturas Paso Robles Apartment Homes

Bordeaux House Apartments

Siena Apartments
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Alder Creek Apartments

Ramona Gardens

Irish Hills Hamlet

Oaks Apartments

La Plaza Villas

Connect SLO

742 Boysen Ave

Arrive Paso Robles

Vintage at SLO
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424 East Mill Street

1492 14th St

River Walk Terrace

Gateway Apartments

University Chorro Commons

Roundhouse Place

Paso de Oak

Harvest Lofts

Las Lomas Village
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2710 Spyglass Dr

2009 9th St

Reserve at Vinedo

6505 Marchant Ave

5010 Palma Ave

1886 San Luis Rnch Rd

9165 San Gabriel Rd

805 Boysen Ave

421 Dana St
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Emerald Court Apartments

2800 Broad St

9805 El Camino Real
Cayucos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cayucos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cayucos Studio Apartments | $2,075 | $989 | $2,855 |
| Cayucos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,257 | $1,250 | $3,720 |
| Cayucos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,470 | $1,040 | $5,325 |
| Cayucos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,993 | $2,250 | $3,560 |
| Cayucos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $1,380 | $1,703 |
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Cheapest Available Cayucos Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cayucos, CA is a Studio unit found at Villa Paseo Palms in the The Summit neighborhood priced from $1,396. La Vista in the Harvest Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,656. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cayucos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Paseo Palms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,396 |
| La Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,656 |
| Vista Robles | Brand New Downtown Paso Robles Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Dry Creek Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Laguna Terrace Apartments | Two/One | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO | Avila Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| Alturas Paso Robles Apartment Homes | 1/1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Siena Apartments | Casita | 1BR,1BA | $2,096 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 5 | 2BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Bordeaux House Apartments | 22 | 2BR,2BA | $2,165 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cayucos, CA and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cayucos area is the $2.70 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at De Tolosa Ranch in the in the Laguna Lake neighborhood starting from $3,445. The second greatest value Cayucos apartment is the 3x2Ap T2 - 3X2 Model at St Claire starting at $2,915 with a $2.32 price per square foot in the Harvest Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cayucos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Tolosa Ranch | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.70 |
| St Claire | 3x2Ap T2 - 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.32 |
| Blue Oak | The Chardonnay | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.48 |
| Sierra Sands | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| Hancock Terrace | 2x2 Cinema | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| La Plaza Villas | 2/2 Flat | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Bordeaux House Apartments | 22 | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Cassia Apartments | Two Bed Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| Laguna Terrace Apartments | Two/One | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Dry Creek Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cayucos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cayucos?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cayucos is at Villa Paseo Palms listed at $1,396.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cayucos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cayucos Apartment is $1,482 at Villa Paseo Palms.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cayucos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cayucos is starting from $1,729 at Villa Paseo Palms.
What is the most affordable Cayucos Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cayucos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Plaza Villas and starts from $2,250.
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