Cheap Apartments for Rent in Morro Bay, CA from $900 (7 Rentals)

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Morro Bay, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Morro Bay, CA

Pricing Updated: 10/30/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Morro Bay, 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 Morro Bay Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Morro Bay Cayucos Cambria$2,195$1,41516

Cheapest Available Morro Bay Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Morro Bay, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sierra Sands in the Harvest Glen neighborhood priced from $981. La Vista in the Harvest Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,483. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Morro Bay apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sierra Sands1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$981
La VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,483
Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+Plan 61BR,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morro Bay, CA

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Morro Bay area is the $2.86 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments in the in the Laguna Lake neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Morro Bay apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at de Tolosa Ranch Apartments starting at $3,175 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Laguna Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morro Bay apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$2.86
de Tolosa Ranch Apartments2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.79
Sierra Sands3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.12
ReNew AtascaderoTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,2BA$2.67
La Plaza Villas2/2 Flat2BR,2BA$2.23
Alder Creek Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.61
Bordeaux House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2.35
Dry Creek212BR,1BA$2.38
Ramona Gardens2 Bed, 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.78
Hancock Terrace ApartmentsDeco1BR,1BA$2.90

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Walk Score®

71 / 100

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Most errands can be accomplished on foot

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52 / 100

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Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morro Bay Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Morro Bay?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Morro Bay is at La Vista listed at $1,483.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Morro Bay Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Morro Bay Apartment is $981 at Sierra Sands.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Morro Bay Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Morro Bay is starting from $1,951 at Dry Creek.

What is the most affordable Morro Bay Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Morro Bay Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sierra Sands and starts from $2,283.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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