
Cheap Homes for Rent in San Luis Obispo County, CA from $800 (21 Rentals)
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2748 Atascadero Rd

288 Scarlett Cir

1330 Southwood Dr
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282 Luneta Dr

1330 Southwood Dr

6320 Santa Ynez Ave

200 S 13th St

815 Mirada Dr

815 Mirada Dr

59 Chorro St, Unit Back unit

171 Brisco Rd
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564 Honolulu Ave

12655 Toro Creek Rd

1416 San Luis Dr

1749 Santa Barbara Ave

739 Vine St

4429 Cascade Way

379 Pismo St
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San Luis Obispo County, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in San Luis Obispo County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Luis Obispo County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,831 | $2,100 | $5,995 |
San Luis Obispo County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,621 | $1,100 | $6,500 |
San Luis Obispo County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,027 | $3,200 | $6,900 |
San Luis Obispo County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,249 | $895 | $10,000+ |
San Luis Obispo County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,000 | $9,000 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Available San Luis Obispo County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in San Luis Obispo County, CA is a Studio unit found at California Grand Manor Senior Apartments in the Atascadero Templeton neighborhood priced from $1,030. River Walk Terrace in the The Summit neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Luis Obispo County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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California Grand Manor Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
River Walk Terrace | One Bedroom 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
Bordeaux House Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,851 |
Laguna Terrace Apartments | Two/One | 2BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Avila Senior Living at Downtown SLO | Avila Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Luis Obispo County, CA
As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Luis Obispo County area is the $2.53 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Emerald Ridge Apartments in the in the Morro Bay Cayucos Cambria neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value San Luis Obispo County apartment is the Future Floorplan Model at Valencia Apartments starting at $1,473 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Valle Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Luis Obispo County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Emerald Ridge Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
Valencia Apartments | Future Floorplan | 3BR,2BA | $1.34 |
Chorro at SLO | 4BR/2BA - Morro | 4BR,2BA | $1.29 |
1935 Pine St, Unit A | 1935 Pine St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
364 Buchon St, Unit buchon | 364 Buchon St | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Bordeaux House Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
Laguna Terrace Apartments | Two/One | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Dry Creek | 21 | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
California Grand Manor Senior Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
River Walk Terrace | One Bedroom 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
Frequently Asked Questions about San Luis Obispo County
What type of rentals are currently available in San Luis Obispo County?
There are currently 447 Apartments for Rent in San Luis Obispo County, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,030 to $6,310. There are also 124 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Luis Obispo County ranging from $895 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Luis Obispo County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Luis Obispo County ranges from $895 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,380.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Luis Obispo County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Luis Obispo County range from $2,800 to $4,170, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,260.
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