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  7. Building Photo - La Vista
    STUDIO
    $1,576+
    1 BED
    $1,839+
    2 BEDS
    $2,227+
    3 BEDS
    $3,512+

    La Vista

    740 S Western Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    (805) 619-5052
  18. Building Photo - S12000
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,995

    S12000 Unit A

    120 E Sunset Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Santa Maria at a Glance

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$1,949
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Santa Maria, CA Apartments for Rent

Santa Maria is the BBQ Capital of California, right in the heart of the Central Coast where Mediterranean weather and farm country vibes meet everything you need for modern living. If you're searching for apartments for rent in Santa Maria, you'll discover plenty of options near shopping spots like Town Center at Santa Maria and Crossroads Shopping Center, plus established neighborhoods around downtown and the Orcutt district. With one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,837 and two-bedrooms around $2,214, you get Central Coast living without those sky-high Santa Barbara or San Luis Obispo prices.

Living in Santa Maria means easy access to work and play, with Highway 101 running right through town—connecting you to San Luis Obispo up north and Santa Barbara and LA down south. The city's spot in the Santa Maria Valley wine region puts local wineries, tasting rooms, and the annual Strawberry Festival just minutes from your door. Apartment communities near Allan Hancock College are perfect if you're hitting the books, while Santa Maria Area Transit buses get you around town and connect to neighboring areas. You'll love being close to Waller Park's 154 acres of trails and recreation, tons of dining options along Broadway, and all the shopping you need at both major retailers and local favorites.

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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.
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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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Ernest Righetti High

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Grades 9-12
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Pioneer Valley High

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Santa Maria High

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Lakeview Junior High

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Kunst (Tommie) Junior High

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Joe Nightingale Elementary

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Pine Grove Elementary

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Patterson Road Elementary

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Arellanes (Don Juan Bautista) Elementary

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