
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Paso Robles, CA from $1,200 (26 Rentals)
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1440 Vine St

Villa Paseo Palms

2206 Spring St

1421 Pine St

Laguna Terrace Apartments
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240 Spring Street

Paso de Oak

3003 Vine St

Dry Creek Apartments

322 16th St
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2821 Park Street (Apts 1-11)

River Walk Terrace

Clifton Apartments

1615 Westfield Rd

Reserve at Vinedo

1824 Kimberly Dr
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1541 Olive St

80-84 Brewer St

1492 14th St

Rolling Hills Apartments I & II

Serenity Hills

5525 Capistrano Ave
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7478 Santa Ysabel Ave

392 Santa Maria Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Paso Robles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Paso Robles Studio Apartments | $1,373 | $1,300 | $1,446 |
| Cheap Paso Robles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,118 | $1,200 | $2,861 |
| Cheap Paso Robles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $1,681 | $2,895 |
| Cheap Paso Robles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,318 | $2,900 | $3,525 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Paso Robles, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/21/2026Current apartment rentals in the Paso Robles, CA area range in price from $1,200 to $3,425 with an overall median price of $2,575. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Paso Robles Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Summit | $2,575 | $1,200 | 18 |
Cheapest Available Paso Robles Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Paso Robles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Paseo Palms in the Paso Robles neighborhood priced from $1,556. Laguna Terrace Apartments in the Paso Robles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Paso Robles apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Paseo Palms | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,556 |
| Laguna Terrace Apartments | Two/One | 2BR, 1BA | $1,950 |
| Alturas Paso Robles Apartment Homes | 1/1A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,995 |
| Paso de Oak | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,100 |
| Dry Creek Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2,125 |
| Arrive Paso Robles | The Grace | 2BR, 2BA | $2,635 |
| Villa Del Rio | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $2,895 |
| Blue Oak | The Malbec | 3BR, 3BA | $3,480 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paso Robles, CA
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paso Robles area is the $2.40 price per square foot The Malbec Model at Blue Oak in the Paso Robles neighborhood starting from $3,480. The second greatest value Paso Robles apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Villa Del Rio in the Paso Robles neighborhood starting at $2,895 with a $2.97 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Paso Robles apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Oak | The Malbec | 3BR, 3BA | $2.40 |
| Villa Del Rio | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $2.97 |
| Laguna Terrace Apartments | Two/One | 2BR, 1BA | $2.27 |
| Dry Creek Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.50 |
| Arrive Paso Robles | The Isabella | 1BR, 1BA | $3.28 |
| Alturas Paso Robles Apartment Homes | 1/1A | 1BR, 1BA | $3.01 |
| Villa Paseo Palms | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Paso Robles Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Paso Robles?
The cheapest apartment in Paso Robles is Villa Paseo Palms which is listed at $1,556, while the average apartment in Paso Robles costs $2,575.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Paso Robles?
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 2 regular apartments in Paso Robles 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 Paso Robles?
Cheap apartments in Paso Robles have an average cost of $491 which is $2,084 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Paso Robles.
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