Studio Apartments for Rent in San Luis Obispo, CA (79 Rentals)

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472 South St
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472 South St

472 South StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1236 Palm St
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1236 Palm St

1236 Palm StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1314 Palm St
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1314 Palm St

1314 Palm StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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San Luis Ranch
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San Luis Ranch

1042 Legacy LnSan 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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994 Peach St
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994 Peach St

994 Peach StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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3380 Bullock Ln
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3380 Bullock Ln

3380 Bullock LnSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1581 El Tigre Ct
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1581 El Tigre Ct

1581 El Tigre CtSan 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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236 Sandercock St
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236 Sandercock St

236 Sandercock StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Acacia Creek
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Acacia Creek

1087 Orcutt RdSan 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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3590 Sacramento Dr
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3590 Sacramento Dr

3590 Sacramento DrSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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3125 Alicita Ct
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3125 Alicita Ct

3125 Alicita CtSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1220 Southwood Dr
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1220 Southwood Dr

1220 Southwood DrSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1134 Palm St
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1134 Palm St

1134 Palm StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1185 Monterey St
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1185 Monterey St

1185 Monterey StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1306 Galleon Way
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1306 Galleon Way

1306 Galleon WaySan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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Alicita Ct
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Alicita Ct

Alicita CtSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1319 Garden St
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1319 Garden St

1319 Garden StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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1541 El Tigre Ct
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1541 El Tigre Ct

1541 El Tigre CtSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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1386 Laurel Ln
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1386 Laurel Ln

1386 Laurel LnSan 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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1259 Palm St
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1259 Palm St

1259 Palm 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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279 Branch St
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279 Branch St

279 Branch StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Beacon Studios
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Beacon Studios

1433 Calle JoaquinSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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Avila Ranch
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Avila Ranch

156 EARTHWOOD LNSan 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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San Luis Obispo Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 01, 2026

There are currently 30 available Studio apartment units in San Luis Obispo, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $989 to $2,855. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Luis Obispo with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Valle Vista20$2,143$989
Laguna Lake9$1,975$989
3592 Broad1$2,440$2,295

Largest Available San Luis Obispo Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in San Luis Obispo, CA is found at Vintage at SLO in the 3592 Broad neighborhood and is 500 square feet priced from $2,395. Mustang I Townhome in the Valle Vista neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 376 square feet and currently listed start at $1,960. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in San Luis Obispo:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Vintage at SLOThe Napa500 Sq Ft$2,395
Mustang I TownhomeStudio Balcony Renovated376 Sq Ft$1,960
WinemanThird Floor224 Sq Ft$1,250

Cheapest Available San Luis Obispo Studio Apartments

As of May 01, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in San Luis Obispo, CA is the Third Floor Model starting from $1,250 at Wineman in the Valle Vista neighborhood. The second most affordable San Luis Obispo Studio is the Studio Classic Renovated Model at Mustang I Townhome starting at $1,960 . The average price for all Studio apartments in San Luis Obispo is currently $2,100. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in San Luis Obispo:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
WinemanThird Floor$1,250
Mustang I TownhomeStudio Classic Renovated$1,960
Avila Apartments in Downtown SLOAvila Studio$1,975
Vintage at SLOThe Napa$2,395
Artisan ApartmentsStudio$2,830

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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 Studio San Luis Obispo Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Luis Obispo with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in San Luis Obispo is at Wineman listed at $1,250.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in San Luis Obispo is $2,100.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Luis Obispo is a 500 square feet unit starting from $2,395 at Vintage at SLO.

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