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Apartments For Rent By Owner in San Luis Obispo, CA

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  1. Building Photo - 45 Stenner St
    2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,750
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,750

    45 Stenner St Unit K

    45 Stenner St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
    (805) 439-9555
  2. Building Photo - 679 Rancho Dr
    5 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $8,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$8,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$8,900

    679 Rancho Dr

    679 Rancho Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
  3. Building Photo - 3190 Camellia Ct
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,400
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,400
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,400

    3190 Camellia Ct Unit C

    3190 Camellia Ct, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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  4. Building Photo - 567 Hathway Ave
    5 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $7,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$7,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$7,500

    567 Hathway Ave

    567 Hathway Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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  6. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $1,980
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,980
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,980

    404 Patricia Dr Unit Studio

    404 Patricia Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
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  7. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,950

    398 Corrida Dr

    398 Corrida Dr, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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  8. 4 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $5,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,200

    235 Foothill Blvd

    235 Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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  9. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,700+
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $3,500+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,700 - $3,700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,700 - $3,700

    680 Morro St

    680 Morro St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  10. 5 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $6,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$6,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$6,250

    2935 Johnson Ave

    2935 Johnson Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

San Luis Obispo at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,914
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San Luis Obispo, CA Apartments for Rent

San Luis Obispo is home to the historic Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, founded in 1772, and lies halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles along California's scenic Central Coast. Between the Santa Lucia Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, this college town features a Mediterranean climate, tree-lined streets, and Victorian-era architecture. Those looking for apartments for rent in San Luis Obispo will find a range of options throughout downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, with average rents around $1,908 for a one-bedroom and $2,513 for a two-bedroom apartment.

Renting in San Luis Obispo offers convenient access to downtown's Thursday night Farmers' Market, local shops, and diverse dining options along Higuera Street. The city's extensive bicycle network and SLO Transit bus service make getting around easy, while U.S. Route 101 provides direct freeway access for commuters. Residents enjoy proximity to hiking trails on Bishop Peak and Cerro San Luis, wine tasting in the nearby Edna Valley, and beaches just minutes away in Pismo Beach. The presence of California Polytechnic State University contributes to a lively atmosphere with cultural events, while the downtown area maintains its small-town character with a mix of historic buildings and apartment options.

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Education

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San Luis Obispo High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,678 Students
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Pacific Beach High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
Students
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Laguna Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
780 Students
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Teach Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
193 Students
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Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
163 Students
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Bishop's Peak Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
358 Students
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Smith (C. L.) Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
528 Students
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Pacheco Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
488 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in San Luis Obispo, CA

What are the average rent costs in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The average rent in San Luis Obispo, CA is $1,914.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA is $2,172.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA is $1,914.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA is $2,553.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA is $3,378.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA is $4,732.

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