
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Margarita, CA (35 Rentals)


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Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+

Sierra Sands

Vintage at SLO

Cassia Apartments

Artisan Apartments

California Grand Manor Senior Apartments
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Twin Creeks

Alturas Paso Robles Apartment Homes

Hancock Terrace

de Tolosa Ranch Apartments

Villa Paseo Palms

Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments

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La Vista
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Paso de Oak

240 Spring Street

Ramona Gardens

Siena Apartments

5525 Capistrano Ave

1258 Palm St

424 East Mill Street

River Walk Terrace
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Las Lomas Village

Gateway Apartments

University Chorro Commons

2710 Spyglass Dr

Emerald Court Apartments

2800 Broad St

Harvest Lofts
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Montalban

421 Dana St
Santa Margarita, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Margarita?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Margarita Studio Apartments | $2,065 | $1,030 | $2,855 |
| Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,261 | $1,250 | $3,720 |
| Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,471 | $1,150 | $3,950 |
| Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,138 | $2,295 | $3,510 |
| Santa Margarita 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $1,380 | $3,000 |
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Largest Available Santa Margarita and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Margarita, CA is found at Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments in the San Luis Obispo neighborhood and is 750 square feet priced from $2,200. Hancock Terrace in the Santa Maria neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 710 square feet and currently listed start at $2,099. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Margarita:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 750 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| Hancock Terrace | 1x1 Mural | 710 Sq Ft | $2,099 |
| Alturas Paso Robles Apartment Homes | 1/1A | 662 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Siena Apartments | Casita | 657 Sq Ft | $2,052 |
| La Vista | 1 BED 1 BATH | 608 Sq Ft | $1,818 |
| Cassia Apartments | One Bed B | 570 Sq Ft | $1,943 |
| Villa Paseo Palms | One Bedroom | 564 Sq Ft | $1,482 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | 494 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
Cheapest Available Santa Margarita and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 06, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Margarita, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,482 at Villa Paseo Palms in the Paso Robles neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom is the 1 BED 1 BATH Model at La Vista starting at $1,807 in the Santa Maria neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Margarita is currently $2,261. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Margarita:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Paseo Palms | One Bedroom | $1,482 |
| La Vista | 1 BED 1 BATH | $1,807 |
| Cassia Apartments | One Bed B | $1,943 |
| Alturas Paso Robles Apartment Homes | 1/1A | $1,995 |
| Siena Apartments | Casita | $2,047 |
| Hancock Terrace | 1x1 Mural | $2,099 |
| Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Santa Margarita Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Margarita with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Santa Margarita is at Villa Paseo Palms listed at $1,482.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Santa Margarita Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Santa Margarita is $2,261.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Santa Margarita Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Margarita is a 750 square feet unit starting from $2,200 at Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments.
What is the average size for Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Santa Margarita is currently 640 sq ft.
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