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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Mar 1

329 E Mariposa Way

Santa MariaCA93454

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South West Santa Maria, Santa Maria, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South West Santa Maria Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South West Santa Maria area of Santa Maria, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Centennial Gardens Apartments priced from $1,136. Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable South West Santa Maria apartments for rent in Santa Maria, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Centennial Gardens ApartmentsMagnolia2BR,2BA$1,136
Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+Plan 9Studio,1BA$1,350
Park VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
La VistaStudioStudio,1BA$1,493
Sierra Sands1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,820

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South West Santa Maria, CA

As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the South West Santa Maria area is the $2.44 price per square foot 3x2 Mahogany Finish Model at St Claire in the in the Harvest Glen neighborhood starting from $3,068. The second greatest value South West Santa Maria apartment is the Monterey Model at Refugio starting at $3,150 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Harvest Glen neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South West Santa Maria apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
St Claire3x2 Mahogany Finish3BR,2BA$2.44
RefugioMonterey3BR,2.5BA$2.53
MontiavoCalabria2BR,2BA$2.77
Centennial Gardens ApartmentsMagnolia2BR,2BA$1.08
Sierra Sands2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.37
Park Avenue Arms Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.33
Hancock Terrace1x1 Deco1BR,1BA$2.80
Siena ApartmentsCasita1BR,1BA$2.97
Amara Apartments1x1 DS1BR,1BA$3.11
Cassia ApartmentsOne Bed B1BR,1BA$3.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about South West Santa Maria

What type of rentals are currently available in South West Santa Maria?

There are currently 105 Apartments for Rent in South West Santa Maria, CA with pricing that ranges from $950 to $3,680. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South West Santa Maria ranging from $850 to $5,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South West Santa Maria ranges from $850 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,310.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South West Santa Maria range from $2,239 to $3,680, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $3,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,999.

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