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Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+
2660 Santa Maria WaySanta Maria, CA 93455
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Mill Neighborhood of Santa Maria, CA from $1,200 (9 Rentals)
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Elements Apartments
3517 Mercury DrSanta Maria, CA 93455
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$2,317 - $3,5061 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 27
Knollwood Meadows Apartments
4036 Cedarhurst DrSanta Maria, CA 93455
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Hummel Cottages- 55+ Community
619 Hummel Village CtSanta Maria, CA 93455
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Oak Knolls Haven
4845 S Bradley RdSanta Maria, CA 93455
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Bradley Garden Apartments
1055 Village DrOrcutt, CA 93455
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Parke Orcutt Apartments
3235 Orcutt RdOrcutt, CA 93455
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Hummel Village
4454-4468 Hummel DrOrcutt, CA 93455
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Mariposa Townhomes
290 Parkview SOrcutt, CA 93455
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Old Mill, Santa Maria, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Mill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Mill Studio Apartments | $1,876 | $1,200 | $2,035 |
| Old Mill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,414 | $2,317 | $2,475 |
| Old Mill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,747 | $2,250 | $2,950 |
| Old Mill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $3,195 | $3,195 |
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Cheapest Available Old Mill Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Mill area of Santa Maria, CA is a Studio unit found at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ priced from $1,200. Elements Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here are the most affordable Old Mill apartments for rent in Santa Maria, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Elements Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Parke West Apartments | 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Mill, CA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Mill area is the $2.99 price per square foot Plan C Model at Bradley Garden Apartments in the in the Santa Maria neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Old Mill apartment is the 2bd/2ba Model at Parke West Apartments starting at $2,695 with a $2.98 price per square foot in the Santa Maria neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Mill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Garden Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Parke West Apartments | 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| 610 Union Ave, Unit C | 610 Union Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Elements Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.06 |
| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.82 |
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Best Local Schools in Old Mill, Santa Maria, CA
Patterson Road Elementary
Orcutt Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (662)
7 out of 10
Ernest Righetti High
Santa Maria Joint Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2416)
6 out of 10
Lakeview Junior High
Orcutt Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (463)
4 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Mill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Mill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Mill is under $2,795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Mill?
The cheapest apartment in Old Mill is Elements Apartments which is listed at $2,300, while the average apartment in Old Mill costs $3,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Mill?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Old Mill that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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