Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the South West Santa Maria Neighborhood of Santa Maria, CA from $1,200 (11 Rentals)

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La Vista
$1,881 - $1,966
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La Vista

740 S Western AveSanta Maria, CA 93458
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101 N BroadwaySanta Maria, CA 93454
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South West Santa Maria Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South West Santa Maria?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South West Santa Maria is under $2,328.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South West Santa Maria?

The cheapest apartment in South West Santa Maria is Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in South West Santa Maria costs $3,216.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South West Santa Maria?

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 11 regular apartments in South West Santa Maria that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in South West Santa Maria?

Cheap apartments in South West Santa Maria have an average cost of $1,044 which is $2,172 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South West Santa Maria.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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