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626 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
2 beds
2 baths
$3,795
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1 bath
$1,950
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$1,755–$1,775
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$2,850
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House for rent in San Luis Obispo
4 beds
3 baths
$5,650
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
2 baths
$2,520
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In-Unit Laundry
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On-Site Laundry
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$4,025
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2 beds
2 baths
$2,800
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Available Aug 28
5d+ ago
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3 beds
2 baths
$5,450
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Available Sep 1
6m ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
5 beds
2 baths
$3,500
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Available Jan 18
2h ago
3–4 beds
1–2 baths
$3,000–$3,600
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4h ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
In-unit laundry | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250
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5h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,050–$2,400
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5h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
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10h ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
805 Madonna Rd #204, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
2 baths
$2,875
Condo for rent
Available Nov 4
22h ago
1 bed
2–3 baths
$850
Price drop
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22h ago
1704 Tonini Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$2,325
Price drop
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23h ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
3 baths
$4,200
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Available Nov 1
23h ago
Townhouse for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
2 baths
$2,800
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Available Oct 7
23h ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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23h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$599–$899
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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1d ago
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,800–$3,200
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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1d ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$2,700–$2,795
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1d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$3,300
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1d ago
3 beds
3 baths
$3,850
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2d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
4375 Rustic Way #1, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
4 beds
3.5 baths
$5,900
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Available Oct 5
2d ago
2800 Broad St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
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2d ago
2120 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Fitness center
Studio
1 bath
$2,150–$2,200
Price drop
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3d ago
Condo for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,675
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3d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
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4d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,600
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,600
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4d ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,000
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4d ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
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Available Oct 5
4d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
743 Buchon St #C, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
On-site laundry | Carpet | Business center
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
Apartment for rent
Available Oct 2
4d ago
Apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo
743 Buchon St #F, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
On-site laundry | Hardwood floor | Business center
1 bed
1 bath
$1,675
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Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,850
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5d+ ago
4 beds
2 baths
$3,500
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
3 beds
2 baths
$4,300
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Available Oct 2
5d+ ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,650
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
1855 Huasna Dr #NA, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Outdoor space
3 beds
1.5 baths
$2,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Luis Obispo
1010 Rimrock Ln #NA, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
House for rent
Available Oct 2
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As of today, San Luis Obispo's median rent price is $2,895 per month, which is up 21%, or $495, compared to last year.
Median rent
$2,895
YoY change
+21%
+$495/mo
Rentals, last 30 days
142
| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $2,895 | +21% |
| 1 bedroom | $1,975 | N/A |
| 2 bedroom | $2,547 | −2% |
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.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in San Luis Obispo average around $2,010/month and two-bedrooms approximately $2,820/month.
October offers the lowest rents in San Luis Obispo, running about 11% below January's peak pricing. This seasonal pattern makes fall apartment hunting more budget-friendly than winter months.
Based on Zumper's current listings, 15% of San Luis Obispo rentals welcome pets, which works out to about 42 pet-friendly apartments each month across the city's average inventory of 283 units.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are rare in San Luis Obispo, appearing in just 0.04% of apartments, with studios leading at 0.08% of available units.
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 2026 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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