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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, CA from $600 (38 Rentals)
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Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+
2660 Santa Maria WaySanta Maria, CA 93455
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$1,225 - $2,612Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+
1311 W Battles RdSanta Maria, CA 93458
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Park Vista
406 Morrison AveSanta Maria, CA 93458
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303 E Park Ave
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$1,690 - $2,968Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hancock Terrace
534 E Boone StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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$1,820 - $2,7421 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sierra Sands
327 Plaza DrSanta Maria, CA 93454
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$1,913 - $3,8161 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cassia Apartments
333 E Enos DrSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Amara Apartments
329 W Carmen LnSanta Maria, CA 93458
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$1,939 - $7,984
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La Vista
740 S Western AveSanta Maria, CA 93458
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201 E Morrison Ave, Unit Casita, Unit Casita
201 E Morrison AveSanta Maria, CA 93454
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515 E Orange St
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303 E Park Ave
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Park Avenue Arms Apartments
517 E Park AveSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Siena Apartments
1245 W Sonya LnSanta Maria, CA 93458
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$2,155 - $4,626Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Azure Apartments
703 E Meehan StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Knollwood Meadows Apartments
4036 Cedarhurst DrSanta Maria, CA 93455
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424 East Mill Street
418-424 E Mill StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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223 North School Street
223 N School StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Vandenberg Senior Residence
1316 S BroadwaySanta Maria, CA 93454
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Hummel Cottages- 55+ Community
619 Hummel Village CtSanta Maria, CA 93455
405 E Cook St
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926 Louisa Terrace
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Arbor Ridge
330 E Enos DrSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Gateway Apartments
101 N BroadwaySanta Maria, CA 93454
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Vizcaya Apartments
1720 S Depot StSanta Maria, CA 93458
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1775 Rosemary Rd
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520 E Cypress St
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3490 Santa Maria Way
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Parke West Apartments
1060 Village DrOrcutt, CA 93455
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1866 Vista del Sol, Unit #2, Unit #2
1866 Vista del SolNipomo, CA 93444
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Hummel Village
4454-4468 Hummel DrOrcutt, CA 93455
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Santa Maria, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Maria?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Santa Maria Studio Apartments | $1,783 | $1,200 | $2,155 |
| Cheap Santa Maria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,182 | $1,413 | $2,686 |
| Cheap Santa Maria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,692 | $1,995 | $3,770 |
| Cheap Santa Maria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,190 | $2,698 | $3,680 |
| Cheap Santa Maria 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,999 | $2,999 | $2,999 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Maria, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Santa Maria, CA area range in price from $1,200 to $3,770 with an overall median price of $3,051. The three Santa Maria neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Orcutt at $2,100, Old Mill at $1,200, and The Enclave at Harp Springs at $2,100. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Maria Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Downtown Orcutt | $2,895 | $2,100 | 9 |
| Old Mill | $2,895 | $1,200 | 11 |
| The Enclave at Harp Springs | $2,895 | $2,100 | 10 |
| Outer Santa Maria | $3,153 | $1,200 | 119 |
| Blosser Southeast | $3,173 | $1,200 | 105 |
| Harvest Glen | $3,173 | $1,200 | 105 |
| South West Santa Maria | $3,173 | $1,200 | 105 |
Cheapest Available Santa Maria Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Maria, CA is a Studio unit found at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood priced from $1,200. 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 Maria apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 9 | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Park Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Sierra Sands | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,820 |
| Amara Apartments | 1x1 DS | 1BR,1BA | $1,927 |
| La Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,939 |
| Hancock Terrace | 1x1 Deco | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Cassia Apartments | One Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $2,016 |
| Park Avenue Arms Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Maria area is the $2.38 price per square foot 3x2Ap T2 - 3X2 Model at St Claire in the in the Harvest Glen neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Santa Maria apartment is the Monterey Model at Refugio starting at $3,150 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Harvest Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Maria apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| St Claire | 3x2Ap T2 - 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| Refugio | Monterey | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.53 |
| Montiavo | Umbria | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
| Centennial Gardens Apartments | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Sierra Sands | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Bradley Garden Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| Park Avenue Arms Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Knollwood Meadows Apartments | Botanical | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Amara Apartments | 1x1 US | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.82 |
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Santa Maria Overview
The California apartments in Santa Maria present unique opportunities for people who wish to enjoy their leisure time in a culturally diverse city with temperate seasonal weather and day-trip options. If you are thinking about relocating, Santa Maria apartments may deliver the quality of life experience you desire.
Why live in Santa Maria, CA?
People gravitate to Santa Maria apartments based on the pleasant weather, cultural diversity, and leisure amenities. The city enjoys lower prices for groceries and consumer goods than the California average. These cost-of-living benefits add to the quality of life experience residents and visitors embrace in Santa Maria.
Santa Maria, CAPopulation: 107,408
Ranked #284
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Best Local Schools in Santa Maria, CA
Joe Nightingale Elementary
Orcutt Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (695)
9 out of 10
Ernest Righetti High
Santa Maria Joint Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2416)
6 out of 10
Lakeview Junior High
Orcutt Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (463)
4 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Maria Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Santa Maria?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Maria is under $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Maria?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Maria is Park Vista which is listed at $1,800, while the average apartment in Santa Maria costs $3,051.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Maria?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 69 regular apartments in Santa Maria that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Santa Maria?
Cheap apartments in Santa Maria have an average cost of $1,064 which is $1,987 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Maria.
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