
Cheap Homes for Rent in Santa Margarita, CA from $2,000 (8 Rentals)
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Santa Margarita, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Santa Margarita?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Santa Margarita 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,483 | $2,200 | $6,000 |
Santa Margarita 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,622 | $2,850 | $6,500 |
Santa Margarita 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,566 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
Santa Margarita 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,250 | $9,000 | $9,500 |
Santa Margarita 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,700 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Santa Margarita Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Margarita, CA is a 5 Beds unit found at The SLO Student Living Apartments in the Valle Vista neighborhood priced from $699. California Grand Manor Senior Apartments in the Atascadero Templeton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,030. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Margarita apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The SLO Student Living Apartments | Large Shared Bedroom & Common Areas in 5 Bed 2 ... | 5BR,2BA | $699 |
California Grand Manor Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,030 |
Sierra Sands | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,088 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Margarita, CA and Nearby
As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Margarita area is the $2.54 price per square foot Three Bedroom Townhome Model at ReNew Atascadero in the in the Atascadero Templeton neighborhood starting from $3,245. The second greatest value Santa Margarita apartment is the 2 Bedroom with Laundry Model at Villa Del Rio starting at $2,750 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the The Summit neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Margarita apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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ReNew Atascadero | Three Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.54 |
Villa Del Rio | 2 Bedroom with Laundry | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
La Plaza Villas | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.68 |
The Oaks at Jornada | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
Bordeaux House Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
Irish Hills Hamlet Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
Hancock Terrace Apartments | Mural | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
Cassia Apartments | One Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
River Walk Terrace | One Bedroom 60% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
California Grand Manor Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Margarita
What type of rentals are currently available in Santa Margarita?
There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Santa Margarita, CA with pricing that ranges from $699 to $6,515. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Santa Margarita ranging from $2,000 to $50,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Santa Margarita?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Santa Margarita ranges from $2,000 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,103.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Santa Margarita?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Santa Margarita range from $1,258 to $4,971, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,655.
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