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7h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,475–$2,775
Apartment for rent
2d ago
121 N Western Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93458
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool
2 beds
1 bath
$1,950
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5d+ ago
600-606 S. School & 504 E. Central Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93454
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500–$1,550
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5h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,883–$3,703
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6h ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,200
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7h ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
Apartment for rent
9h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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9h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
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9h ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Condo for rent
10h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,947–$2,227
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Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
10h ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
$2,000
Price drop
House for rent
14h ago
3519 Mercury Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Fitness center
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,800–$2,850
Price drop
Apartment for rent
19h ago
534 E Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,694–$3,399
Apartment for rent
22h ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,600
House for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,995
Condo for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
3 baths
$2,800
Condo for rent
1d ago
4036 Cedarhurst Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,168–$3,422
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
2 baths
$2,575
Condo for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1524 Lark St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$2,700
Apartment for rent
Available May 15
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,150–$2,195
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$2,195
Apartment for rent
Available Feb 23
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1311 W Battles Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93458
On-site laundry | Balcony | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,550–$2,150
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
$1,850
Price drop
Apartment 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
$3,395
House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
House for rent
Available Aug 7
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
House for rent
Available Apr 24
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
0 W Park Ave #C, Santa Maria, CA 93458
Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,489–$3,435
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,450
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
Studio
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,625
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
905 S Russell Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93458
On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,840
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,050–$2,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
0 W Jones St #A, Santa Maria, CA 93458
In-unit laundry
Studio
1 bath
$1,600
Condo for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
4 beds
3 baths
$3,900
House for rent
Available Apr 20
5d+ ago
Tanglewood house for rent in Santa Maria
Studio
1 bath
$1,450
House for rent
Available Apr 19
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
Microwave
2 beds
1 bath
$2,450
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,950
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,495
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
3 beds
2 baths
$3,195
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
0 E Chapel St #A, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Carpet
Studio
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
Available Apr 15
5d+ ago
House for rent in Santa Maria
2 beds
2 baths
$2,695
House for rent
Available Apr 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Santa Maria
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
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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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