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Victoria Crossing
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Victoria Crossing

796 Caudill StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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124 Stenner St
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124 Stenner St

124 Stenner StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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1521 Osos St
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1521 Osos St

1521 Osos StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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860 Osos St
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860 Osos St

860 Osos StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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The Yard SLO
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The Yard SLO

2450 Victoria AveSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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3239 Broad St
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3239 Broad St

3239 Broad StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1604 Morro St
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1604 Morro St

1604 Morro StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401

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1095 Orcutt Rd
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1095 Orcutt Rd

1095 Orcutt RdSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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3055 S Higuera St
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3055 S Higuera St

3055 S Higuera StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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2845 Broad St
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2845 Broad St

2845 Broad StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1271 Murray St
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1271 Murray St

1271 Murray StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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1252 Monterey St
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1252 Monterey St

1252 Monterey StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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730 Boysen Ave
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730 Boysen Ave

730 Boysen AveSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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640 Johnson Ave
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640 Johnson Ave

640 Johnson AveSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1334 Palm St
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1334 Palm St

1334 Palm StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1238 E Foothill Blvd
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1238 E Foothill Blvd

1238 E Foothill BlvdSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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1942 Garfield St
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1942 Garfield St

1942 Garfield StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1771 Johnson Ave
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1771 Johnson Ave

1771 Johnson AveSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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675 Toro St
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675 Toro St

675 Toro StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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2029 Beebee St
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2029 Beebee St

2029 Beebee StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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2007 Binns Ct
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2007 Binns Ct

2007 Binns CtSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1149 Olive St
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1149 Olive St

1149 Olive StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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546-550 Higuera St
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546-550 Higuera St

546-550 Higuera StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Harvest Vista
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Harvest Vista

1035 Madonna RdSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1503 Beach St
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1503 Beach St

1503 Beach StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Tiburon Place
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Tiburon Place

3750 Bullock LnSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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San Luis Obispo 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: April 16, 2026

There are currently 11 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in San Luis Obispo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,750 to $3,720. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Luis Obispo with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
3592 Broad4$2,850$2,600
Laguna Lake4$2,622$1,850
Valle Vista3$2,625$1,750

Largest Available San Luis Obispo 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Luis Obispo, CA is found at Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments in the Laguna Lake neighborhood and is 750 square feet priced from $2,200. Vintage at SLO in the 3592 Broad neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 713 square feet and currently listed start at $2,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in San Luis Obispo:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments1BR/1.0BA750 Sq Ft$2,200
Vintage at SLOThe Rutherford713 Sq Ft$2,895
Twin Creeks1BR/1.0BA700 Sq Ft$2,775

Cheapest Available San Luis Obispo 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of April 16, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Luis Obispo, CA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $2,200 at Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments in the Laguna Lake neighborhood. The second most affordable San Luis Obispo 1 Bedroom is the Avila One Bedroom Model at Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO starting at $2,200 in the Valle Vista neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo is currently $2,752. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in San Luis Obispo:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments1BR/1.0BA$2,200
Avila Apartments in Downtown SLOAvila One Bedroom$2,200
Harvest LoftsPlan B$2,455
Twin Creeks1BR/1.0BA$2,775
Vintage at SLOThe Rutherford$2,895

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San Luis Obispo Overview

A college town that lies midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, San Luis Obispo is the perfect place to settle down. With its temperate climate, natural spaces and wine-country charm, the city pairs cultural enrichment with all-out fun. Plenty of options in great San Luis Obispo apartments make settling here easy.

Why live in San Luis Obispo, CA?

" San Luis Obispo is a special place to live, and the recognition the town receives confirms it. It is regularly listed among the most romantic towns in the United States. In addition, it is considered one of the best college cities and one of the best places to visit. It is also named as one of the healthiest and friendliest towns. San Luis Obispo residents always have something to do and a beautiful, organic environment in which to do it. They can visit nearby wineries, hike or bike through beautiful, unspoiled spaces, relax on an uncrowded beach or visit a local art center or museum. "

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Luis Obispo Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Luis Obispo with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Luis Obispo is at Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments listed at $2,200.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Luis Obispo Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Luis Obispo is $2,752.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Luis Obispo Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Luis Obispo is a 750 square feet unit starting from $2,200 at Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments.

What is the average size for San Luis Obispo 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Luis Obispo is currently 180 sq ft.

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