Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, CA Under $1,500 with Utilities Included (3 Rentals)
Apartments in Santa Maria where your utility payments are included in your rent.
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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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Santa Maria Studio Apartments | $1,819 | $1,195 | $3,411 |
Santa Maria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,317 | $1,225 | $3,347 |
Santa Maria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $1,088 | $4,236 |
Santa Maria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,879 | $1,258 | $4,977 |
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Getting Around Santa Maria, CA
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Maria
How much are Studio apartments in Santa Maria?
There are currently 17 Studio Apartments in Santa Maria with rent ranges from $1,088 to $3,411 with an average price of $2,411.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Santa Maria Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Santa Maria ranges from $1,225 to $3,347 with an average monthly rent of $2,317.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Maria cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Santa Maria range from $1,088 to $4,236. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,631.
How expensive are Santa Maria Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 39 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Santa Maria on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,258 to $4,977 - averaging $2,879 for the location.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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