
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Orcutt Neighborhood of Santa Maria, CA from $1,200 (7 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Orcutt area of Santa Maria.


Knollwood Meadows Apartments

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Downtown Orcutt, Santa Maria, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Orcutt?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Orcutt Studio Apartments | $1,945 | $1,795 | $1,995 |
| Downtown Orcutt 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,347 | $1,950 | $2,450 |
| Downtown Orcutt 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $2,350 | $2,950 |
| Downtown Orcutt 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $3,195 | $3,195 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Orcutt Neighborhood of Santa Maria, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Orcutt Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Orcutt area of Santa Maria, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Knollwood Meadows Apartments priced from $2,132. Parke West Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,375. Here are the most affordable Downtown Orcutt apartments for rent in Santa Maria, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knollwood Meadows Apartments | Flora | 1BR,1BA | $2,132 |
| Parke West Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $2,375 |
| Bradley Garden Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Orcutt, CA
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Orcutt area is the $2.88 price per square foot Plan C Model at Bradley Garden Apartments in the in the Santa Maria neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Downtown Orcutt apartment is the 610 Union Ave Model at 610 Union Ave, Unit C starting at $2,350 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Old Mill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Orcutt apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Garden Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.88 |
| 610 Union Ave, Unit C | 610 Union Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Knollwood Meadows Apartments | Flora | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Parke West Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.87 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Orcutt Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Orcutt Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Orcutt Apartment is $2,132 at Knollwood Meadows Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Orcutt Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Orcutt is starting from $2,374 at Knollwood Meadows Apartments.
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