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San Ardo, CA Local Guide

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. Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO in the Valle Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Ardo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palmer Villas Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$495
Avila Apartments in Downtown SLOAvila StudioStudio,1BA$875
Coaling Station B2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace2 Bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,626
Valley Greens Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Ardo, CA and Nearby

As of November 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Ardo area is the $2.58 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at de Tolosa Ranch Apartments in the in the Laguna Lake neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value San Ardo apartment is the The Chardonnay Model at Blue Oak starting at $2,656 with a $2.34 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for San Ardo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
de Tolosa Ranch Apartments2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.58
Blue OakThe Chardonnay2BR,1.5BA$2.34
Pointe at WestlakeLassen2BR,2BA$2.54
Alder Creek Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.61
Laguna Terrace ApartmentsTwo/One2BR,1BA$2.21
Bordeaux House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2.27
Palmer Villas Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.58
Dry Creek222BR,2BA$2.30
Coaling Station B2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.33
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace2 Bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Ardo

What type of rentals are currently available in San Ardo?

There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in San Ardo, CA with pricing that ranges from $495 to $4,170. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Ardo ranging from $1,245 to $5,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Ardo?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Ardo ranges from $1,245 to $5,750 with an average monthly rent of $2,760.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Ardo?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Ardo range from $685 to $4,170, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,245 to $3,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,095.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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