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Sierra Sands
327 Plaza DrSanta Maria, CA 93454
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Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+
2660 Santa Maria WaySanta Maria, CA 93455
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Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+
1311 W Battles RdSanta Maria, CA 93458
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Santa Maria, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Maria?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria Studio Apartments | $1,849 | $1,195 | $3,650 |
| Santa Maria 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $1,550 | $3,953 |
| Santa Maria 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,704 | $1,088 | $4,198 |
| Santa Maria 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,915 | $1,258 | $5,020 |
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Getting Around Santa Maria, CA
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Maria Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Santa Maria?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Maria is under $1,981.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Maria?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Maria is Vandenberg Senior Residence which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in Santa Maria costs $2,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 110 regular apartments in 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 Santa Maria?
Cheap apartments in Santa Maria have an average cost of $876 which is $1,924 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Maria.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.
Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.
Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.
Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.