Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, CA (30 Rentals)

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La Vista
$1,749 - $2,955
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$1,786 - $3,873

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La Vista

740 S Western AveSanta Maria, CA 93458
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$1,600

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

329 E Mariposa Way

Santa MariaCA93454
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121 E Sunset Ave
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121 E Sunset Ave

121 E Sunset AveSanta Maria, CA 93454
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1465-1505 Ash Ave
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1465-1505 Ash Ave

1465-1505 Ash AveSanta Maria, CA 93454
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215 N Broadway St
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215 N Broadway St

215 N Broadway StSanta Maria, CA 93455

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626 E Mill St
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626 E Mill St

626 E Mill StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Knollwood Village
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Knollwood Village

4012 S Bradley RdSanta Maria, CA 93455
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223 E Bunny Ave
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223 E Bunny Ave

223 E Bunny AveSanta Maria, CA 93454
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525 W Mill St
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525 W Mill St

525 W Mill StSanta Maria, CA 93458
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127 Agnes Ave
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127 Agnes Ave

127 Agnes AveSanta Maria, CA 93458
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317 W Park Ave
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317 W Park Ave

317 W Park AveSanta Maria, CA 93458

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Gateway Apartments
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Gateway Apartments

101 N BroadwaySanta Maria, CA 93454
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200 E Tunnell St
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200 E Tunnell St

200 E Tunnell StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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East Main Apartments
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East Main Apartments

919 E Main StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Woodhaven Apartments
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Woodhaven Apartments

1415 N Miller StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Central Plaza
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Central Plaza

220 N Mcclelland StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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127 E Bunny Ave
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127 E Bunny Ave

127 E Bunny AveSanta Maria, CA 93454

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Hummel Village
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Hummel Village

4454-4468 Hummel DrOrcutt, CA 93455
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Santa Maria Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 23, 2026

There are currently 33 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Santa Maria, CA that range in price from $1,200 to $2,212. Blosser Southeast, Harvest Glen and Outer Santa Maria are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Santa Maria with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Blosser Southeast8$1,796$1,200
Harvest Glen8$1,796$1,200
Outer Santa Maria8$1,798$1,200
South West Santa Maria8$1,796$1,200
Old Mill1$1,597$1,200

Largest Available Santa Maria Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Santa Maria, CA is found at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood and is 426 square feet priced from $1,200. Azure Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 406 square feet and currently listed start at $2,212. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Santa Maria:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+Studio426 Sq Ft$1,200
Azure ApartmentsStudio406 Sq Ft$2,212
La VistaStudio393 Sq Ft$1,786
Park VistaStudio375 Sq Ft$1,400

Cheapest Available Santa Maria Studio Apartments

As of May 23, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Santa Maria, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,200 at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Maria Studio is the Studio Model at Park Vista starting at $1,400 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Santa Maria is currently $1,734. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Santa Maria:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+Studio$1,200
Park VistaStudio$1,400
La VistaStudio$1,786
Azure ApartmentsStudio$2,212

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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, CA
Population: 107,408

Ranked #284

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Santa Maria Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa Maria with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Santa Maria is at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ listed at $1,200.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Santa Maria Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santa Maria is $1,734.

What is the largest available Studio Santa Maria Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa Maria is a 426 square feet unit starting from $1,200 at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+.

What is the average size for Santa Maria Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Santa Maria is currently 417 sq ft.

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