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4d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,195–$3,245
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23h ago
600-606 S. School & 504 E. Central Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93454
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500–$1,550
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4h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,923–$3,708
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23h ago
534 E Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,694–$3,399
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,929–$2,162
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
124 E Sunset Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Studio
1 bath
$1,295
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1d ago
3519 Mercury Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,850–$3,595
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1d ago
Los Cerros condo for rent in Santa Maria
0 Sunrise Dr #8I, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
Condo for rent
Available Sep 1
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1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,495
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1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
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Dishwasher
Outdoor Space
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In-Unit Laundry
2d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
0 De Armond Pl #A, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$3,500
$3,300
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Available Jul 1
2d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
0 De Armond Pl #C, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
$2,200
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Available Jul 1
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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2d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
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2d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
$1,700
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3d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
1738 Lynne Dr #20, Santa Maria, CA 93454
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,700
$2,600
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Jul 20
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The average rent in Santa Maria, as of July 2026, is up 1.48% compared to last month but down 19.46% year-over-year.Track prices
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3d ago
1311 W Battles Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93458
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,350–$2,100
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,875
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4d ago
Bradley Square house for rent in Santa Maria
923 Francis Ln #A, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Fireplace
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
$2,095
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Available Jul 28
4d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
2 baths
$2,650
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,475
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4d ago
4036 Cedarhurst Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$2,707–$3,506
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995–$2,195
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5d+ ago
5–6 beds
2–3 baths
$4,200
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
3 baths
$3,600
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,395
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2035 Lassen Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
House for rent
Available Jul 27
5d+ ago
Adam Park apartment for rent in Santa Maria
On-site laundry
Studio
1 bath
$1,325
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5d+ ago
Adam Park apartment for rent in Santa Maria
On-site laundry
Studio
1 bath
$1,375
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
825 Raaberg Way #C, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Storage | Package service | Outdoor space
Studio
1 bath
$1,345
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 25
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,200
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,200
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,895
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,500
House for rent
Available Oct 2
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,800
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5d+ ago
Crossroads house for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,295
House for rent
Available Jul 20
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
0 W Church St #C, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
Condo for rent
Available Jul 10
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,495
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
$1,695
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
722 E Cook St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Assigned parking | Fireplace
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
House for rent
Available Jul 7
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
Condo for rent
Available Jul 10
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
0 Dejoy St #A, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Air conditioning
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
House for rent
Available Jul 6
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
0 W Cypress St #A, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Outdoor space
Studio
1 bath
$1,800
Condo for rent
Available Jul 6
5d+ ago
Westgate Ranch condo for rent in Santa Maria
1308 Bethel Ln #MAIN, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$3,450
Condo for rent
Available Sep 30
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
0 S Lincoln St #D, Santa Maria, CA 93458
On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
$1,850
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Los Cerros condo for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$2,950
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
$2,395
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Jun 15
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Santa Maria, CA, offers a blend of suburban living with access to various amenities. Residents appreciate the affordability compared to nearby coastal cities, along with the variety of dining options and local parks, which provide recreational opportunities. Many mention the warm climate as a major plus, making outdoor activities enjoyable year-round. However, some residents express concerns about traffic congestion during peak hours and the desire for better public transportation options. Overall, the city delivers a convenient lifestyle, though some improvements could enhance daily commuting experiences.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Santa Maria average around $1,780/month and two-bedrooms approximately $2,400/month.
November and December offer the best rental deals in Santa Maria, with November seeing the lowest rents and December having the least competitive conditions. February has the highest rents, with an 8% difference between peak and off-peak months.
Adam Park leads consumer interest at 1.27 times the market average, with one-bedrooms around $2,200/month. Los Cerros, Bradley Square, and Pioneer Village Estates also offer strong community infrastructure with high walk scores and robust social connectivity.
Based on Zumper's current listings, 27% of Santa Maria rentals are pet-friendly, which works out to about 44 pet-welcoming apartments each month. Pioneer Village Estates, Bradley Square, and Westgate Ranch offer the most comprehensive pet amenities including no breed restrictions and dedicated pet facilities.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are rare in Santa Maria, showing up in just 0.11% of units. One-bedrooms lead at 0.13% of listings, but renters should plan to handle utility costs separately.
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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