
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Morro Bay, CA from $900 (8 Rentals)
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218 Dunes St

California Grand Manor Senior Apartments
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1San Luis Obispo

Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+

La Vista

815 Mirada Dr
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Morro Bay, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Morro Bay?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Morro Bay Studio Apartments | $1,677 | $1,030 | $2,725 |
| Cheap Morro Bay 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $981 | $3,330 |
| Cheap Morro Bay 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,525 | $1,237 | $3,825 |
| Cheap Morro Bay 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,029 | $2,250 | $3,673 |
| Cheap Morro Bay 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,497 | $4,497 | $4,497 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Morro Bay, CA
Pricing Updated: 12/15/2025Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morro Bay Cayucos Cambria | $3,175 | $1,200 | 20 |
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. 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 Morro Bay apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra Sands | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $981 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 9 | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| La Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,429 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morro Bay, CA
As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Morro Bay area is the $2.53 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Emerald Ridge Apartments in the in the Morro Bay Cayucos Cambria neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Morro Bay apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Sierra Sands starting at $2,283 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Harvest Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morro Bay apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Ridge Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
| Sierra Sands | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.12 |
| ReNew Atascadero | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Bordeaux House Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.11 |
| Alder Creek Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Dry Creek | 22 | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Ramona Gardens | Available 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.78 |
| Arrive Paso Robles | The Isabella | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Hancock Terrace Apartments | Deco | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
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Getting Around Morro Bay, CA
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
52 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morro Bay Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Morro Bay?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Morro Bay is under $2,010.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Morro Bay?
The cheapest apartment in Morro Bay is Sierra Sands which is listed at $981, while the average apartment in Morro Bay costs $3,175.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Morro Bay?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Morro Bay that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Morro Bay?
Cheap apartments in Morro Bay have an average cost of $281 which is $2,894 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Morro Bay.
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