
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, CA (43 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in Santa Maria that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Centennial Gardens Apartments

Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+

Refugio

Sierra Sands

Azure Apartments

Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+

Cassia Apartments
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St Claire

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Elements Apartments

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La Vista

Siena Apartments

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Park Avenue Arms Apartments

1308 Bethel Ln, Unit Main

327 W Tunnell St

1293 Ken Ave

923 Francis Ln

303 E Park Ave

2035 Lassen Dr

923 Francis Ln
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118 W Boone St

4558 Eileen Ln

2517 Knightbridge Dr

1693 E Alvin Ave

1199 Via Alta

Vandenberg Senior Residence

Hummel Cottages- 55+ Community

Arbor Ridge
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Gateway Apartments

Alvin Apartments

The Village Townhomes

Rancho Gardens Senior Community

Arbolinda

Westgate Courtyards

Parke West Apartments

Bradley Garden Apartments
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3700 Hillview Rd

445 Crestmont Dr

Parke Orcutt Apartments
Santa Maria, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Maria?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $1,712 | $1,200 | $2,035 |
| Santa Maria Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,190 | $1,250 | $2,696 |
| Santa Maria Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,752 | $1,947 | $3,687 |
| Santa Maria Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,388 | $2,350 | $3,700 |
| Santa Maria Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,999 | $2,999 | $2,999 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in Santa Maria, CA
There are currently 426 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Santa Maria, CA area. Here is today’s list of the top 4 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for Santa Maria Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Santa Maria | 4/4 | 120 | $3,437 |
| South West Santa Maria | 3.5/4 | 96 | $3,483 |
| Blosser Southeast | 3.5/4 | 95 | $3,483 |
| Harvest Glen | 3.5/4 | 93 | $3,483 |
Pet Friendliest Santa Maria Apartments for Rent
The Santa Maria Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Refugio in the Santa Maria neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ in the Santa Maria neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Santa Maria apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refugio | 4/4 | Santa Maria | $3,250 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | 3.8/4 | Santa Maria | $1,250 |
| Elements Apartments | 3.6/4 | Santa Maria | $1,795 |
| Siena Apartments | 3.2/4 | Santa Maria | $2,099 |
| Montiavo | 3.2/4 | Santa Maria | $3,418 |
| Azure Apartments | 3/4 | Santa Maria | $2,475 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Santa Maria, CA
The lowest priced Santa Maria apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio Studio Model at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ in the Santa Maria neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second cheapest Santa Maria Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Model at La Vista, which is a Studio starting at $1,586 in the Santa Maria neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Santa Maria apartments.
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | $1,200 |
| La Vista | Studio | $1,586 |
| Elements Apartments | Studio | $1,795 |
| Hancock Terrace | 0x1 Speak | $1,799 |
| Park Avenue Arms Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,900 |
| Cassia Apartments | One Bed B | $1,963 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 5 | $2,150 |
| Siena Apartments | Villa | $2,170 |
| Las Brisas | 1A.a | $2,464 |
| Azure Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $2,475 |
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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
in US Census Population by City
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Joe Nightingale Elementary
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Santa Maria Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Santa Maria?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Santa Maria is at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ listed at $1,200.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Santa Maria Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Santa Maria is $2,888.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Santa Maria Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Santa Maria is a 1,762 square feet unit starting from $3,250 at Refugio.
What is the average size for Santa Maria Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Santa Maria is currently at 705 sq ft.
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