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9h 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
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Apartment for rent
1m ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,850–$2,295
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3h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,811–$3,415
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6h ago
3519 Mercury Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,895–$2,295
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7h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
Apartment for rent
8h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,095
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13h ago
534 E Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,939–$3,489
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13h ago
4036 Cedarhurst Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,229–$3,354
Price drop
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13h ago
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,024–$4,838
Price drop
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In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
20h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,758–$2,130
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Condo for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
0 Farrell Dr ##Ca, Santa Maria, CA 93454
In-unit laundry | Central heat
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
$1,900
Price drop
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Available Dec 10
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,525
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,595
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Bradley Square house for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,295
House for rent
1d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
Studio
1 bath
$1,350
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,599
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,295–$2,795
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
Dishwasher | Microwave
3 beds
2 baths
$3,200
House for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
0 E Boone St #A, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Storage | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
4 beds
2 baths
$4,000
Condo for rent
Available Dec 17
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
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2d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,695–$1,995
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Adam Park apartment for rent in Santa Maria
On-site laundry
Studio
1 bath
$1,375
Apartment for rent
2d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
3 baths
$5,000
House for rent
Available Feb 1
2d ago
Country Club Village house for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
House for rent
Available Jan 15
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2454 Village Grn, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,734
Condo for rent
3d ago
2463 Country Ln, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
Condo for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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3d ago
127 E Bunny Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio
1 bath
$1,420
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
Studio
1 bath
$1,250
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 15
4d ago
1311 Battles Road, Santa Maria, CA 93458
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,350–$1,550
Apartment for rent
4d ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
2 baths
$3,195
House for rent
4d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
2 baths
$4,400
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Tanglewood house for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$2,750
$2,650
Price drop
House for rent
4d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,795–$2,995
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
829 Cypress Street #A, Santa Maria, CA 93454
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Storage
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
House for rent
Available Dec 12
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,625
Condo for rent
Available Dec 19
5d+ ago
Donovan Park house for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$1,800
House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,595
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
House for rent
Available Dec 3
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1002 West El Camino Street #1, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$3,400
House for rent
Available Nov 21
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,295
House for rent
Available Dec 15
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
2 baths
$2,695
House for rent
Available Dec 8
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$4,400
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
303 Park Avenue #ADU, Santa Maria, CA 93454
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
House for rent
Available Jan 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
0 W Camino Colegio, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fireplace
3 beds
2 baths
$4,000
House for rent
Available Dec 1
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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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