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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria, CA

297 Rentals
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  19. Building Photo - ora211
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,875

    ora211 Unit 3

    211 W Orange St, Santa Maria, CA 93458
  25. Building Photo - Arbor Ridge
    1 BED
    $2,000+
    2 BEDS
    $2,250+
    3 BEDS
    $3,000+

    Arbor Ridge

    330 E Enos Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Santa Maria at a Glance

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$1,941
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Some Transit

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Santa Maria, CA Apartments for Rent

Santa Maria, located on California's Central Coast, is celebrated as the "BBQ Capital of California" for its distinctive Santa Maria-style barbecue, featuring tri-tip steak grilled over red oak wood. The city sits approximately 65 miles northwest of Santa Barbara, surrounded by agricultural land where strawberries and wine grapes flourish in the valley's fertile soil.

Apartment renters in Santa Maria experience a Mediterranean climate with comfortable year-round temperatures moderated by ocean breezes. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is approximately $1,941 per month. The city features the Santa Maria Town Center for shopping and the historic Santa Maria Inn, which has welcomed guests since 1917. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Waller Park's walking trails and lake or enjoy Preisker Park's recreation facilities. The Santa Maria Valley wine region, nearby beaches, and local employers in agriculture, healthcare, education, and aerospace contribute to the area's appeal on the Central Coast.

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Getting Around Santa Maria

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
53

Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Minimal Transit

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Education

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Ernest Righetti High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,494 Students
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Pioneer Valley High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
3,220 Students
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Santa Maria High

Public High School

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Grades 9-12
3,196 Students
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Lakeview Junior High

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
442 Students
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Kunst (Tommie) Junior High

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
1,030 Students
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Arellanes Junior High

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 7-8
596 Students
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Joe Nightingale Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-6
720 Students
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Pine Grove Elementary

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Grades K-6
510 Students
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Patterson Road Elementary

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Grades K-6
612 Students
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Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary

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Public
Grades K-6
293 Students

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