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2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,500
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1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,800
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2d ago
1252 E Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
On-site laundry | Dishwasher | Oven
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500–$3,600
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3d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$5,000
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
1 bath
$3,045
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3d ago
626 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$3,675–$4,350
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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3d ago
500 E Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,975–$2,400
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700–$2,400
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1h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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1d ago
3260 Rockview Pl, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Balcony | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$4,050
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,300
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5d+ ago
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4 beds
3.5 baths
$6,000
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
5 beds
2 baths
$8,350
$7,950
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$4,200
$4,150
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,050–$2,100
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5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,900
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2h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,800
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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13h ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$5,800
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Available Jul 1
6m ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,700
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6m ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,250–$2,800
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8m ago
1491 1461, 1489, 1491, 1491 1/2 Palm, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
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41m ago
4 beds
2 baths
$6,500
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1h ago
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2800 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
2 beds
2 baths
$3,800
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2h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800–$2,400
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2h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
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2h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,300
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4h ago
3554 Ranch House Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,470–$3,855
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5h ago
1127 Walnut St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2–3 baths
$5,000
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8h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550
Price drop
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8h ago
3150 Rockview Pl, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$2,550–$2,650
Price drop
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10h ago
550 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Controlled access
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,900–$2,250
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13h ago
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298 Ramona Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Carpet
4 beds
2 baths
$6,500
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Available Jul 3
19h ago
1704 Tonini Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Balcony
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,275–$2,725
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23h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,900
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23h ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,850–$2,350
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
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1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,995–$2,400
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1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
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1d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
3 beds
2 baths
$4,800
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1d ago
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2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,850
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Available Jul 5
1d ago
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Studio
1 bath
$1,800
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Available Jul 5
1d ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,800–$2,850
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San Luis Obispo, CA, is often praised for its beautiful surroundings and laid-back lifestyle. Residents enjoy the vibrant downtown area, which is filled with shops and restaurants, as well as access to outdoor activities like hiking and biking in the nearby hills. Many locals appreciate the community events and farmers markets that bring the neighborhood together. However, some residents express frustration with the high cost of living and limited parking options, which can make daily life more complicated. Overall, the mix of amenities and the local atmosphere play a significant role in shaping the experience of renters in the area.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA is $2,028, while a 2-bedroom apartment typically rents for $2,805.
San Luis Obispo's rental market offers a good selection of listings throughout the year, with an average of 217 available per month, making it relatively flexible in terms of timing to look for an apartment.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in San Luis Obispo, CA, with 19.45% of listings being pet-friendly.
Utilities are included in 30% of the rental listings in San Luis Obispo, CA.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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