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Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+
2660 Santa Maria WaySanta Maria, CA 93455
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Amara Apartments
329 W Carmen LnSanta Maria, CA 93458
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Elements Apartments
3517 Mercury DrSanta Maria, CA 93455
4625 Karnes Rd
Santa MariaCA93455
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Old Mill, Santa Maria, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Old Mill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Mill Studio Apartments | $1,898 | $1,336 | $2,250 |
| Old Mill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,348 | $1,746 | $3,251 |
| Old Mill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,652 | $2,162 | $3,403 |
| Old Mill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,257 | $2,895 | $4,983 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Old Mill Neighborhood of Santa Maria, CA.
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Cheapest Available Old Mill Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Mill area of Santa Maria, CA is a Studio unit found at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ priced from $1,336. Amara Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,746. Here are the most affordable Old Mill apartments for rent in Santa Maria, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,336 |
| Amara Apartments | 1x1 US | 1BR,1BA | $1,746 |
| Elements Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Mill, CA
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Mill area is the $2.41 price per square foot Monterey Model at Refugio in the in the Harvest Glen neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Old Mill apartment is the Plan C Model at Bradley Garden Apartments starting at $2,375 with a $2.60 price per square foot in the Old Mill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Mill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refugio | Monterey | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.41 |
| Bradley Garden Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Knollwood Meadows Apartments | Botanical | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Amara Apartments | 2x1 US | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Parke Orcutt Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Siena Apartments | Casita | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Parke West Apartments | 1bd/1ba | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Elements Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.90 |
| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.14 |
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Best Local Schools in Old Mill, Santa Maria, CA
Patterson Road Elementary
Orcutt Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (612)
6 out of 10
Ernest Righetti High
Santa Maria Joint Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2494)
6 out of 10
Lakeview Junior High
Orcutt Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (442)
5 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Mill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Old Mill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Old Mill is under $3,000.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Old Mill?
The cheapest apartment in Old Mill is Amara Apartments which is listed at $1,746, while the average apartment in Old Mill costs $3,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Old Mill?
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 1 regular apartments in Old Mill 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 Old Mill?
Cheap apartments in Old Mill have an average cost of $190 which is $2,910 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Old Mill.
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