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1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,375–$2,695
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22h ago
600-606 S. School & 504 E. Central Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93454
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500–$1,550
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2035 Lassen Dr #A, Santa Maria, CA 93458
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
House for rent
Available Apr 1
8h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
11h ago
Westgate Ranch condo for rent in Santa Maria
1308 Bethel Ln #B, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$2,145
Condo for rent
Available Feb 20
16h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,846–$4,319
Apartment for rent
17h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,040–$3,268
Apartment for rent
19h ago
1311 W Battles Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93458
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,550–$2,150
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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1d ago
534 E Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,727–$3,399
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On-Site Laundry
In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Outdoor Space
1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,794–$2,123
Price drop
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1d ago
4036 Cedarhurst Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,214–$3,577
Apartment for rent
1d ago
127 E Bunny Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$1,375
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1d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,495
House for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
2 baths
$2,850
House for rent
1d ago
3519 Mercury Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,035–$2,850
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
House for rent
Available Jan 12
2d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
3 baths
$3,900
House for rent
Available Mar 20
2d ago
Townhouse for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,200
House for rent
Available Apr 10
2d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,200
Condo for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Bradley Square house for rent in Santa Maria
Studio
1 bath
$1,395
House for rent
Available Mar 19
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
2 baths
$2,450
Condo for rent
Available Mar 10
3d ago
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$2,395–$3,000
Apartment for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,300
House for rent
Available Feb 1
3d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,300
$2,200
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House for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
Fireplace | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
4 beds
5 baths
$5,995
$4,500
Price drop
House for rent
4d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$1,995
$1,795
Price drop
Condo for rent
4d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
310 E Mccoy Ln #3B, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
3 beds
2 baths
$2,700
Condo for rent
Available Apr 10
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,500
$3,275
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 23
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 23
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
310 E Mccoy Ln #1, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | Balcony | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$2,700
Condo for rent
Available Apr 10
5d+ ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,850–$2,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
North Preisker Ranch house for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,100
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
3 baths
$3,265
$2,995
Price drop
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Available Mar 13
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
2 baths
$3,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2351 Lexington Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Dishwasher
4 beds
2 baths
$34,395
$3,495
Price drop
House for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Donovan Park house for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
Garage parking | Hardwood floor
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$4,500
$4,200
Price drop
House for rent
Available Apr 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Bradley Square house for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
House for rent
Available Mar 16
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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.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Maria, CA is approximately $1,932, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages around $2,439.
In 2024, the rental market in Santa Maria experienced a slight decline, with a 1.4% decrease in average monthly rents. Specifically, 1-bedroom rents decreased by 2.2%, while 2-bedroom rents saw a modest increase of 0.7%.
The best time to look for an apartment in Santa Maria is during the winter months, particularly in November and December, when rents are about 6.7% lower on average compared to the peak season in February.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments in Santa Maria, with approximately 39.67% of listings allowing pets.
About 23% of apartment listings in Santa Maria, CA include utilities in the rent.
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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