
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Ardo, CA from $400 (30 Rentals)
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California Grand Manor Senior Apartments

Artisan Apartments

Coaling Station B

Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO

Wineman

Villa Paseo Palms
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Peach Street

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The Junction

Pointe at Westlake

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Constellation Park - Military Housing

260 Buchanan St

Casa Nueva

760 E Elm Ave

1492 14th St

The Elm Tree Estates

720 E Elm Ave
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1342 Hannah Ave

1372 K St

990 Niderer Rd

River Walk Terrace

Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace

2889 Old Wrangler Ln

923 Walnut
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5640 Linne Rd

University Chorro Commons
San Ardo, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Ardo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Ardo Studio Apartments | $2,200 | $1,030 | $2,855 |
| San Ardo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,378 | $495 | $3,720 |
| San Ardo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,421 | $634 | $3,950 |
| San Ardo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,876 | $685 | $3,545 |
| San Ardo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,689 | $1,380 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available San Ardo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Ardo, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Palmer Villas Apartments priced from $495. Coaling Station B has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Ardo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmer Villas Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| Coaling Station B | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO | Avila One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Villa Paseo Palms | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,396 |
| Laguna Terrace Apartments | Two/One | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Dry Creek Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Alturas Paso Robles Apartment Homes | 1/1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Constellation Park - Military Housing | Three Bedroom 3VF4D - MOVE IN TODAY | 3BR,2BA | $2,000 |
| Cypress Creek | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,030 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $2,046 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Ardo, CA and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Ardo area is the $2.65 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at de Tolosa Ranch Apartments in the in the Laguna Lake neighborhood starting from $3,445. The second greatest value San Ardo apartment is the The Sauvignon Blanc Model at Blue Oak starting at $3,196 with a $2.58 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for San Ardo 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 | $2.65 |
| Blue Oak | The Sauvignon Blanc | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| Emerald Ridge Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.57 |
| Arrive Paso Robles | The Grace | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
| ReNew Atascadero | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Laguna Terrace Apartments | Two/One | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Palmer Villas Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| Dry Creek Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Coaling Station B | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 240 Spring Street | Downtown Paso Robles 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with ... | 2BR,1BA | $2.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Ardo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Ardo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Ardo is at Villa Paseo Palms listed at $1,396.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Ardo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Ardo Apartment is $495 at Palmer Villas Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Ardo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Ardo is starting from $634 at Palmer Villas Apartments.
What is the most affordable San Ardo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Ardo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Palmer Villas Apartments and starts from $685.
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