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Avila Apartments in Downtown SLO
475-497 Marsh StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+
1311 W Battles RdSanta Maria, CA 93458
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Vintage at SLO
3554 Ranch House RdSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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$989 - $2,855Studio Apartments Available Jul 9
Artisan Apartments
564 Higuera StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+
2660 Santa Maria WaySanta Maria, CA 93455
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California Grand Manor Senior Apartments
10167 El Camino RealAtascadero, CA 93422
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La Vista
740 S Western AveSanta Maria, CA 93458
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Wineman
849 Higuera StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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$1,795 - $2,035Studio Apartments Available Jul 1
Elements Apartments
3517 Mercury DrSanta Maria, CA 93455
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Hancock Terrace
534 E Boone StSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Mustang I Townhome
1 Mustang DrSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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The Junction
2120 Santa Barbara AveSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Connect SLO
3110 Duncan RdSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Vandenberg Senior Residence
1316 S BroadwaySanta Maria, CA 93454
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Gateway Apartments
101 N BroadwaySanta Maria, CA 93454
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Roundhouse Place
2220-2224 Emily StSan Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Harvest Lofts
845 Madonna RdSan Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shell Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shell Beach Studio Apartments | $2,036 | $989 | $2,855 |
| Shell Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,352 | $1,325 | $3,720 |
| Shell Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,629 | $1,237 | $3,855 |
| Shell Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,161 | $2,250 | $3,690 |
| Shell Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,720 | $1,380 | $2,999 |
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Largest Available Shell Beach and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Shell Beach, CA is found at Vintage at SLO in the 3592 Broad neighborhood and is 500 square feet priced from $2,395. Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 426 square feet and currently listed start at $1,200. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Shell Beach:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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| Vintage at SLO | The Napa | 500 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | 426 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 9 | 418 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
| La Vista | Studio | 393 Sq Ft | $1,918 |
| Mustang I Townhome | Studio Balcony Renovated | 376 Sq Ft | $1,960 |
Cheapest Available Shell Beach and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of April 29, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Shell Beach, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,200 at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood. The second most affordable Shell Beach Studio is the Third Floor Model at Wineman starting at $1,250 in the Valle Vista neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Shell Beach is currently $2,036. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Shell Beach:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | $1,200 |
| Wineman | Third Floor | $1,250 |
| Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+ | Plan 9 | $1,350 |
| Park Vista | Studio | $1,400 |
| Elements Apartments | Studio | $1,795 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Shell Beach Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Shell Beach with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Shell Beach is at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ listed at $1,200.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Shell Beach Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Shell Beach is $2,036.
What is the largest available Studio Shell Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Shell Beach is a 500 square feet unit starting from $2,395 at Vintage at SLO.
What is the average size for Shell Beach Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Shell Beach is currently 402 sq ft.
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