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2h ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
Apartment for rent
16h ago
3110 Duncan Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,095–$2,695
Apartment for rent
19h ago
1252 E Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,800–$3,000
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19h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,995
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1717 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Microwave
Studio
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150
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1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,200
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3d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,900–$2,600
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Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$2,500
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400–$2,600
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
500 E Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$1,975–$2,225
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
Studio
1 bath
$2,150
$1,950
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
5 beds
2 baths
$4,500
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
$4,800
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
$4,500
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5d+ ago
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1561 Royal Way #NA, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$3,000
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1m ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
2 baths
$3,100
$2,900
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Condo for rent
17m ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
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14h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,400–$3,150
Apartment for rent
16h ago
550 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Controlled access
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,950–$2,250
Apartment for rent
17h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
20h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,595
Apartment for rent
23h ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,700
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Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
2475 Victoria Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
Condo for rent
1d ago
1704 Tonini Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$3,195
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1d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
Studio
1 bath
$2,190
House for rent
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
1 bath
$2,900
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,395–$3,795
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,200–$3,500
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950 –$2,500
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$579–$829
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,550–$3,700
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2d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
3 baths
$3,600
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher
4 beds
3 baths
$5,000
House for rent
2d ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
1 bath
$3,000
Condo for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Residents lounge
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Condo for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
53 Del Sol Ct, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Garage parking | Swimming pool | Fitness center
3 beds
2 baths
$4,100
Condo for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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San Luis Obispo rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 124 apartments for rent in San Luis Obispo, with a median rent price of $2,400 per month. San Luis Obispo has seen a 5%—or $144—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$2,400Year Over Year Change
-5%
$144
Rentals available, last 30 days
124
The average rent in San Luis Obispo, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $2,400, which is a 4.83% decrease year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo, CA is about $1,975. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo, CA is $2,750, and studios are about $1,922 per month.
See more San Luis Obispo, CA rent data on our rent research page.
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451 jaycee dr
san luis obispo, CA, 93405
1375 balboa st
san luis obispo, CA, 93405
5785 los ranchos rd
san luis obispo, CA, 93401
2755 augusta st
san luis obispo, CA, 93401
165 grand ave
san luis obispo, CA, 93405
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Age Range
0-19
18%
20-34
42%
35-44
8%
45-64
17%
65+
13%
Language
English
83%
Spanish
11%
Indo Euro
2%
Asia Pac
2%
Other
0%
Education
No HS
5%
High School
35%
Bachelor's
36%
Master's
15%
Prof Degree
4%
Doctorate
3%
Household Income
0-25k
25%
25-50k
18%
50-75k
14%
75-100k
10%
100-150k
14%
150k+
17%
San Luis Obispo locals spend about 15 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of San Luis Obispo is through Camarillo International Airport, 115.61 miles away.
Scores for San Luis Obispo are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
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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