
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Los Osos, CA from $900 (38 Rentals)
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1492 14th St

1189 Santa Ynez Ave

Artisan Apartments

California Grand Manor Senior Apartments

Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+

Wineman

Villa Paseo Palms

Hancock Terrace
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La Vista

1250 2nd St

1105 Morro Ave

Sierra Sands

Cassia Apartments

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Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO

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Dry Creek Apartments
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The Junction

1232 4th St

Siena Apartments

Ramona Gardens

Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments

La Plaza Villas

River Walk Terrace

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Laguna Terrace Apartments
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Paso de Oak

Harvest Lofts

Roundhouse Place

2700 Hemlock Ave

2710 Spyglass Dr

Las Lomas Village

2405 Juniper Ave

Reserve at Vinedo
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2916 Alder Ave

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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 | $1,984 | $989 | $2,855 |
| Los Osos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,303 | $1,325 | $3,720 |
| Los Osos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,524 | $1,185 | $4,200 |
| Los Osos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,098 | $2,395 | $3,900 |
| Los Osos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $1,380 | $1,703 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Los Osos, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/23/2026Current 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 | $3,900 | $1,750 | 6 |
Cheapest Available Los Osos Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Los Osos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood priced from $1,225. Wineman in the Valle Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Los Osos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 6 | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Wineman | Third Floor | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Villa Paseo Palms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,396 |
| La Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,737 |
| Sierra Sands | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,820 |
| Hancock Terrace | 1x1 Deco | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO | Avila Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| Alturas Paso Robles Apartment Homes | 1/1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Dry Creek Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Siena Apartments | Casita | 1BR,1BA | $2,121 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Los Osos, CA and Nearby
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Los Osos area is the $2.63 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at de Tolosa Ranch Apartments in the in the Laguna Lake neighborhood starting from $3,425. The second greatest value Los Osos apartment is the The Chardonnay Model at Blue Oak starting at $2,780 with a $2.45 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| de Tolosa Ranch Apartments | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.63 |
| Blue Oak | The Chardonnay | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.45 |
| Arrive Paso Robles | The Grace | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| Sierra Sands | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| La Plaza Villas | 3/1 Flat | 3BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Bordeaux House Apartments | 22 | 2BR,2BA | $2.28 |
| The Oaks at Jornada | Renovated, upstairs, lower deposit | 2BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Dry Creek Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Hancock Terrace | 1x1 Deco | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 6 | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
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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 Wineman listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Osos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Los Osos Apartment is $1,225 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 $1,729 at Villa Paseo Palms.
What is the most affordable Los Osos Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Los Osos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Plaza Villas and starts from $2,250.
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