
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Margarita, CA (41 Rentals)


Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO

Reserve at Vinedo

Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+

Arrive Paso Robles

Gateway Apartments

Artisan Apartments

Cassia Apartments

California Grand Manor Senior Apartments
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de Tolosa Ranch Apartments

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Hancock Terrace Apartments

Connect SLO

1San Luis Obispo

815 Mirada Dr

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1727 Chorro St

399 Foothill Blvd
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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 | $1,769 | $1,030 | $2,715 |
| Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,128 | $981 | $3,300 |
| Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $1,237 | $3,845 |
| Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,367 | $2,250 | $4,170 |
| Santa Margarita 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,497 | $4,497 | $4,497 |
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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 Reserve at Vinedo in the The Summit neighborhood and is 847 square feet priced from $2,494. Gateway Apartments in the Harvest Glen neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 791 square feet and currently listed start at $2,200. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Santa Margarita:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reserve at Vinedo | Garden Villa 3A | 847 Sq Ft | $2,494 |
| Gateway Apartments | 1 Bedroom With Bonus Room | 791 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| Blue Oak | The Cabernet | 765 Sq Ft | $2,561 |
| Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 750 Sq Ft | $2,050 |
| Arrive Paso Robles | The Isabella | 730 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
| The Junction | 1BR/1.0BA | 720 Sq Ft | $2,700 |
| Hancock Terrace Apartments | Mural | 710 Sq Ft | $2,009 |
| Siena Apartments | Villa | 678 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| Cassia Apartments | One Bed A | 670 Sq Ft | $1,935 |
| Sierra Sands | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 562 Sq Ft | $981 |
Cheapest Available Santa Margarita and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of December 24, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Santa Margarita, CA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model starting from $981 at Sierra Sands in the Harvest Glen neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom is the Avila One Bedroom Model at Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO starting at $1,200 in the Valle Vista neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Santa Margarita is currently $2,128. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Santa Margarita:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Sands | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $981 |
| Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO | Avila One Bedroom | $1,200 |
| Villa Paseo Palms | One Bedroom | $1,482 |
| La Vista | 1 BED 1 BATH | $1,514 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 6 | $1,550 |
| Cassia Apartments | One Bed B | $1,811 |
| Hancock Terrace Apartments | Deco | $1,933 |
| Alturas Paso Robles Apartment Homes | 1/1A | $1,995 |
| Siena Apartments | Casita | $2,018 |
| Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,050 |
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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 Sierra Sands listed at $981.
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 $2,128.
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 847 square feet unit starting from $2,494 at Reserve at Vinedo.
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 400 sq ft.
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