
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Los Osos, CA from $800 (12 Rentals)
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Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO

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Los Osos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Los Osos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Osos Studio Apartments | $1,955 | $1,030 | $2,810 |
| Los Osos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,146 | $1,325 | $3,655 |
| Los Osos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $1,237 | $3,935 |
| Los Osos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,980 | $2,250 | $3,651 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Los Osos, CA
Pricing Updated: 02/14/2026Current apartment rentals in the Los Osos, 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 Los Osos Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avila Beach Los Osos | $5,900 | $2,250 | 2 |
Cheapest Available Los Osos Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Los Osos, CA is a Studio unit found at Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO in the Valle Vista neighborhood priced from $875. Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Los Osos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO | Avila Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 9 | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| La Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,436 |
| Sierra Sands | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,820 |
| Cassia Apartments | One Bed B | 1BR,1BA | $1,830 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Los Osos, CA and Nearby
As of February 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Los Osos area is the $1.56 price per square foot 4 beds / 2 baths Model at Montalban in the in the Valle Vista neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Los Osos apartment is the 3/2 Flat Model at La Plaza Villas starting at $2,595 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Arroyo Grande Nipomo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Los Osos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montalban | 4 beds / 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| La Plaza Villas | 3/2 Flat | 3BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| Emerald Ridge Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Bordeaux House Apartments | 22 | 2BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Sierra Sands | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| The Oaks at Jornada | 2bdx2bth Renovated, upstairs, gas | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Dry Creek Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Ramona Gardens | Available 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Hancock Terrace Apartments | Mural | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Los Osos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Los Osos?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Los Osos is at Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO listed at $875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Osos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Osos Apartment is $1,550 at Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Los Osos Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Los Osos is starting from $2,075 at Bordeaux House Apartments.
What is the most affordable Los Osos Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Los Osos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sierra Sands and starts from $2,283.
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