
Studio Apartments for Rent near Santa Margarita, CA (16 Rentals)


Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+

Vintage at SLO

Artisan Apartments

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La Vista

Wineman

Hancock Terrace

Ramona Gardens
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The Junction (2120 Santa Barbara Ave)

Mustang I Townhome

Vandenberg Senior Residence

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Roundhouse Place
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Margarita?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Margarita Studio Apartments | $2,153 | $1,030 | $2,855 |
| Santa Margarita 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,300 | $1,325 | $3,720 |
| Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,483 | $1,150 | $3,950 |
| Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,227 | $2,295 | $3,850 |
| Santa Margarita 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,652 | $1,490 | $1,718 |
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Largest Available Santa Margarita and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Santa Margarita, CA is found at La Vista in the Santa Maria neighborhood and is 560 square feet priced from $1,881. Artisan Apartments in the San Luis Obispo neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 483 square feet and currently listed start at $2,740. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Santa Margarita:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Vista | Loft | 560 Sq Ft | $1,881 |
| Artisan Apartments | Studio | 483 Sq Ft | $2,740 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | 418 Sq Ft | $1,350 | |
| Hancock Terrace | 0x1 Speak | 403 Sq Ft | $1,699 |
| Mustang I Townhome | Studio Balcony Renovated | 376 Sq Ft | $2,102 |
Cheapest Available Santa Margarita and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of August 20, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Santa Margarita, CA is the Plan 9 Model starting from $1,350 at Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ in the Santa Maria neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Margarita Studio is the Studio Model at La Vista starting at $1,677 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Santa Margarita is currently $2,153. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Santa Margarita:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 9 | $1,350 |
| La Vista | Studio | $1,677 |
| Hancock Terrace | 0x1 Speak | $1,699 |
| Mustang I Townhome | Studio Creekside Renovated | $2,102 |
| Artisan Apartments | Studio | $2,740 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Santa Margarita Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Margarita with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Santa Margarita is at Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ listed at $1,350.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Santa Margarita Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santa Margarita is $2,153.
What is the largest available Studio Santa Margarita Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Margarita is a 560 square feet unit starting from $1,881 at La Vista.
What is the average size for Santa Margarita Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Santa Margarita is currently 436 sq ft.
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