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7h ago
500 E Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
On-site laundry | Balcony | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,925–$2,400
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2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,800
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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3d ago
3110 Duncan Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Hardwood floor
Studio
1 bath
$2,195
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3d ago
Townhouse for rent in San Luis Obispo
In-unit laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,950
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,163
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4d ago
3260 Rockview Pl, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Balcony | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$4,050
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4d ago
626 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$3,800–$4,450
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5d+ ago
1301 E Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
On-site laundry | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700–$2,400
Price drop
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4h ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
2 baths
$2,800
$2,600
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 7
On-Site Laundry
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
4h ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$3,100
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Available Mar 6
4h ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$2,995–$4,500
Apartment for rent
5h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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5h ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,600–$1,650
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5h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
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5h ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,000
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5h ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
Garage parking | Outdoor space
4 beds
2 baths
$4,700
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5h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,675–$2,300
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6h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,700
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9h ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$5,300
House for rent
9h ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
House for rent
10h ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,800
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10h ago
2356 2320, 2338, 2356 Bushnell Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$3,500
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10h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,995
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10h ago
3 beds
1 bath
$3,500
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10h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,850–$2,500
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11h ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Concierge service
Studio
1 bath
$1,695
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 10
11h ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,050–$3,200
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14h ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
4 beds
2 baths
$9,200
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1d ago
674 E Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$4,100
Apartment for rent
1d ago
4 beds
2 baths
$5,500
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1d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$5,300
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1d ago
1027 Buchon St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
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1d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
2 baths
$4,000
House for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,775–$3,075
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,800
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1d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
1437 Smith St #NA, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Garage parking | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
4 beds
2 baths
$4,975
House for rent
Available Jan 30
1d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
1561 Royal Way #NA, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$3,000
House for rent
Available Feb 15
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,200–$2,500
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2d ago
2120 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$2,150–$3,300
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2d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$6,400
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2d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$4,800
House for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
740 W Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry
12 beds
5 baths
$18,000
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
1 bath
$4,200
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2d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
5 beds
3 baths
$7,800
House for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,800–$2,400
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2d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
1 bed
2 baths
$2,900
$2,500
Price drop
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Available Feb 1
2d ago
1704 Tonini Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,100–$2,275
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2d ago
738 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,200–$3,000
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$4,550
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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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