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13h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000–$2,200
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3d ago
875 Islay Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
3 baths
$3,975
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3d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,800
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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4d ago
2200 Emily Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
2 baths
$2,995
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5d+ ago
1127 Foothill Boulevard, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,860–$3,615
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,163
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5d+ ago
4 beds
2 baths
$5,400
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5d+ ago
3260 Rockview Place, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Balcony | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
3 beds
2 baths
$4,050
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On-Site Laundry
In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
5d+ ago
500 Foothill Boulevard, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Outdoor space
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,925–$2,300
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5d+ ago
1252 Foothill Boulevard, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,650–$2,950
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5d+ ago
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2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
$2,550
Price drop
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5d+ ago
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240 Sandercock Street #A, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$2,995
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Available Dec 7
13h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$3,800
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14h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
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15h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
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1d ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Condo for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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2d ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Condo for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,200
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2d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
1 bath
$3,795
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
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2d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,600–$1,650
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
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2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,000
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2d ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,700
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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3d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
4 beds
2 baths
$6,000
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3d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
5 beds
2 baths
$7,500
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3d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$5,000
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3d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,775–$3,250
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
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4d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,895–$2,500
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
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4d ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
Condo for rent
4d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$4,500
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4d ago
2120 Santa Barbara Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Fitness center
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,700–$3,050
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4d ago
319-321 Ramona Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Storage
7–11 beds
3–5 baths
$13,000–$20,000
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
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4d ago
Townhouse for rent in San Luis Obispo
Studio
1 bath
$2,725
$2,498
Price drop
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
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4d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,995
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4d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
1334 Ella Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$3,200
House for rent
Available Jan 17
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$1,830
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 12
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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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