Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nipomo, CA from $600 (41 Rentals)

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172 W Price St
2 Bedroom Apartments

172 W Price St

172 W Price StNipomo, CA 93444

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La Vista
$1,632 - $9,149
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La Vista

740 S Western AveSanta Maria, CA 93458
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Amara Apartments
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$2,024 - $2,244
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Amara Apartments

329 W Carmen LnSanta Maria, CA 93458
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424 East Mill Street
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

424 East Mill Street

418-424 E Mill StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Arbor Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arbor Ridge

330 E Enos DrSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Gateway Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Apartments

101 N BroadwaySanta Maria, CA 93454
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Roundhouse Place
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Roundhouse Place

2220-2224 Emily StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Harvest Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Harvest Lofts

845 Madonna RdSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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2710 Spyglass Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

2710 Spyglass Dr

2710 Spyglass DrShell Beach, CA 93449
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The Diplomat
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Diplomat

325 Burton Mesa BlvdLompoc, CA 93436
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Nipomo, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Nipomo Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Nipomo, CA is a Studio unit found at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood priced from $1,200. Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO in the Valle Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nipomo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+StudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Avila Apartments in Downtown SLOAvila One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Park VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
La VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,632
Park Avenue Arms Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,900
Windscape VillageOne Bed/One Bath1BR,1BA$1,931
Amara Apartments1x1 DS1BR,1BA$2,079
172 W Price St2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2,100
Siena ApartmentsCasita1BR,1BA$2,106
Knollwood Meadows ApartmentsFlora1BR,1BA$2,128

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nipomo, CA and Nearby

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nipomo area is the $2.60 price per square foot Burgundy Model at Montiavo in the in the Harvest Glen neighborhood starting from $3,386. The second greatest value Nipomo apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at de Tolosa Ranch Apartments starting at $3,445 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the Laguna Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Nipomo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
MontiavoBurgundy3BR,2BA$2.60
de Tolosa Ranch Apartments2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.65
Elements Apartments3 BR Townhome (D3)3BR,3BA$2.45
St Claire3x2Ap T2 - 3X23BR,2BA$2.31
Centennial Gardens ApartmentsMagnolia2BR,2BA$2.29
Hancock Terrace2x2 Cinema2BR,2BA$2.60
172 W Price St2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.10
La Plaza Villas2/2 Flat2BR,2BA$2.52
Park Avenue Arms Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.56
The Diplomat2-Bedroom, 1-Bath2BR,1BA$2.59

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nipomo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nipomo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nipomo is at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ listed at $1,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nipomo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nipomo Apartment is $1,200 at Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nipomo is starting from $2,100 at 172 W Price St.

What is the most affordable Nipomo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Nipomo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Plaza Villas and starts from $2,250.

Expert Rental Resources

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