Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Margarita, CA from $600 (10 Rentals)

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424 East Mill Street
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

424 East Mill Street

418-424 E Mill StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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River Walk Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

River Walk Terrace

120 Niblick RdPaso Robles, CA 93446
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Santa Margarita, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Santa Margarita Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Margarita, CA is a Studio unit found at Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO in the Valle Vista neighborhood priced from $875. Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Margarita apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avila Apartments in Downtown SLOAvila StudioStudio,1BA$875
Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+Plan 9Studio,1BA$1,350
La VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Margarita, CA and Nearby

As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Margarita area is the $2.34 price per square foot The Chardonnay Model at Blue Oak in the starting from $2,663. The second greatest value Santa Margarita apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Sierra Sands starting at $2,283 with a $2.12 price per square foot in the Harvest Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Margarita apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Blue OakThe Chardonnay2BR,1.5BA$2.34
Sierra Sands3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.12
La Plaza Villas3/2 Flat3BR,2BA$2.47
ReNew AtascaderoTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,2BA$2.67
Bordeaux House ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.11
Alder Creek Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.61
The Oaks at Jornada2bdx2bth Renovated, upstairs, electric2BR,2BA$2.54
Laguna Terrace ApartmentsTwo/One2BR,1BA$2.21
Dry Creek212BR,1BA$2.38
Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.73

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Santa Margarita, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Margarita Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Margarita?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Margarita is at Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO listed at $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Margarita Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Margarita Apartment is $1,550 at Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Margarita Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Margarita is starting from $1,900 at Laguna Terrace Apartments.

What is the most affordable Santa Margarita Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Santa Margarita Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sierra Sands and starts from $2,283.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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