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23h ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,000–$2,400
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1d ago
522 Dana St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,575–$2,625
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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750–$2,200
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,500
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4d ago
626 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$3,795
Price drop
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
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5d+ ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,320
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5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,755–$1,775
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
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In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
4 beds
3 baths
$5,650
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
2 baths
$2,520
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$4,025
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5d+ ago
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1559 Royal Way #NA, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
2 baths
$3,900
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Available Aug 15
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
2 baths
$2,800
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Available Aug 28
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$5,450
House for rent
Available Sep 1
3h ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$2,800–$2,895
Apartment for rent
1h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$599–$899
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2h ago
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,800–$3,200
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2h ago
550 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Controlled access
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,900–$2,350
Apartment for rent
4h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,050–$2,400
Apartment for rent
5h ago
2120 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
Studio
1 bath
$2,200–$2,495
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22h ago
2–3 beds
2–3 baths
$3,450–$3,850
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22h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
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23h ago
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$2,000–$4,000
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1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,800
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1d ago
2800 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
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1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,750
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1d ago
1704 Tonini Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$2,325–$2,735
Price drop
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1 bed
2–3 baths
$850
Price drop
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2d ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,000
Condo for rent
2d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
398 Corrida Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$4,650
House for rent
Available Sep 21
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,700
Condo for rent
Available Nov 15
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
431 Marsh St #202, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
2.5 baths
$4,800
Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
3d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,600–$1,650
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
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3d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,000
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3d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,500–$2,200
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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4d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$3,900
$3,600
Price drop
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4d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
1 bath
$3,600
House for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,995
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4d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
2389 Lawton Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,600
$3,450
Price drop
House for rent
Available Sep 18
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,450
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
1 bath
$3,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
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As of today, San Luis Obispo's median rent price is $2,800 per month, which is up 17%, or $400, compared to last year.
Median rent
$2,800
YoY change
+17%
+$400/mo
Rentals, last 30 days
145
| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $2,800 | +17% |
| 1 bedroom | $1,950 | N/A |
| 2 bedroom | $2,575 | −5% |
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.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo average around $2,010/month and two-bedrooms approximately $2,820/month.
October offers the lowest rents in San Luis Obispo, running about 11% below January's peak pricing. This seasonal pattern makes fall apartment hunting more budget-friendly than winter months.
Based on Zumper's current listings, 15% of San Luis Obispo rentals welcome pets, which works out to about 42 pet-friendly apartments each month across the city's average inventory of 283 units.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are rare in San Luis Obispo, appearing in just 0.04% of apartments, with studios leading at 0.08% of available units.
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 2026 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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