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13h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,375–$2,775
Apartment for rent
3d ago
600-606 S. School & 504 E. Central Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93454
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500–$1,550
Apartment for rent
55m ago
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,896–$4,825
Price drop
Apartment for rent
56m ago
534 E Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,767–$3,436
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1h ago
4036 Cedarhurst Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$2,565–$3,471
Apartment for rent
2h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,119–$2,392
Price drop
Apartment for rent
13h ago
1311 W Battles Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93458
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,350–$2,150
Apartment for rent
17h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,811–$4,158
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20h ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$2,695
Condo for rent
20h ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$2,895
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Outdoor Space
On-Site Laundry
In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
20h ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,750
House for rent
20h ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fireplace
3 beds
1 bath
$3,100
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20h ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
House for rent
20h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,530
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Mid City Acres apartment for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
$2,100
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Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
823 E Cypress St #B, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Furnished | On-site laundry | Microwave
3 beds
1 bath
$3,200
House for rent
Available Feb 1
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
$2,650
Price drop
House for rent
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
4031 Hillview Rd #4031, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Fireplace
3 beds
2 baths
$3,700
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 27
3d ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,850–$2,150
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Bradley Square house for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
2 baths
$4,100
House for rent
4d ago
127 E Bunny Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,375–$1,875
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
0 Farrell Dr ##Ca, Santa Maria, CA 93454
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
House for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
Crossroads house for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,425
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
3519 Mercury Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Fitness center
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,350–$2,950
Apartment for rent
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
2 beds
2 baths
$2,795
$2,695
Price drop
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
0 E Boone St #B, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Storage | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
4 beds
2 baths
$4,400
Condo for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
0 E Boone St #A, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Storage | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
4 beds
2 baths
$4,400
Condo for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
Price drop
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,600
$3,400
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$28,000
House for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,100
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,500
$2,300
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Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
House for rent
Available Jan 23
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1339 N Bradley Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93454
In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Carpet
3 beds
2 baths
$2,995
Apartment for rent
Available Jan 10
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
2 baths
$3,595
House for rent
5d+ ago
Bradley Square house for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
3 baths
$3,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
0 Mammoth Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93454
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Microwave
2 beds
1 bath
$2,700
House for rent
Available Feb 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$2,800
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
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
$2,100
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House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
3 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Los Cerros house for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
1 bath
$2,500
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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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