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Santa Maria, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Santa Maria, CA

Pricing Updated: 11/16/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Santa Maria, CA area range in price from $950 to $4,300 with an overall median price of $3,432. The three Santa Maria neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Orcutt at $1,795, Old Mill at $950, and The Enclave at Harp Springs at $1,795. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Santa Maria Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Orcutt$3,195$1,79516
Old Mill$3,195$95020
The Enclave at Harp Springs$3,195$1,79520
Blosser Southeast$3,513$95078
Harvest Glen$3,513$95081
South West Santa Maria$3,513$95079
Outer Santa Maria$3,906$950105

Cheapest Available Santa Maria Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Maria, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sierra Sands in the Harvest Glen neighborhood priced from $981. Centennial Gardens Apartments in the Harvest Glen neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,136. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Maria apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sierra Sands1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$981
Centennial Gardens ApartmentsMagnolia2BR,2BA$1,136
Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+Plan 9Studio,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, CA

As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Maria area is the $2.51 price per square foot Sundrop Model at Centennial Gardens Apartments in the in the Harvest Glen neighborhood starting from $3,513. The second greatest value Santa Maria apartment is the Burgundy Model at Montiavo starting at $3,257 with a $2.51 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Centennial Gardens ApartmentsSundrop4BR,2BA$2.51
MontiavoBurgundy3BR,2BA$2.51
St Claire3x2 Mahogany Finish3BR,2BA$2.52
RefugioMonterey3BR,2.5BA$2.53
Sierra Sands3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.12
Parke West Apartments2bd/2ba2BR,2BA$3.10
Park Avenue Arms Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.33
Siena ApartmentsHacienda2BR,1BA$3.09
Amara Apartments2x1 US2BR,1BA$2.64
Hancock Terrace ApartmentsDeco1BR,1BA$2.89

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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Maria

What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Maria?

There are currently 121 Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, CA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $4,300. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Maria ranging from $1,350 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Maria?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Maria ranges from $1,350 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,678.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Maria?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Maria range from $2,742 to $3,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,895 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,513.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.