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Three Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Luis Obispo, CA

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  7. Building Photo - 1205 Ella St
    3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $4,800

    1205 Ella St

    1205 Ella St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  11. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $3,250

    881 Peach St

    881 Peach St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  12. 3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,200

    1382 Pismo St

    1382 Pismo St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  13. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $4,150

    1103 Seaward St

    1103 Seaward St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

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San Luis Obispo at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,938
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Some Transit

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77

Somewhat Bikeable

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San Luis Obispo, CA Apartments for Rent

San Luis Obispo welcomes renters to a historic California community nestled between the Santa Lucia Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, just 11 miles from the coast. Founded in 1772 around Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, the city enjoys a Mediterranean climate with mild temperatures year-round. The landscape features the dramatic Nine Sisters peaks, offering extensive hiking trails throughout the area.

Apartments in San Luis Obispo put residents within easy reach of downtown, where Higuera Street hosts the weekly Thursday night Farmers' Market. The city features distinct neighborhoods including the historic Old Town district and established communities near Madonna Road. With average rent for a one-bedroom apartment at $1,893, residents can explore local attractions from the Mission Plaza to the surrounding Edna Valley wine region, plus nearby coastal communities like Avila Beach, Pismo Beach, and Morro Bay.

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Getting Around San Luis Obispo

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67

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.
77

Very 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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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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San Luis Obispo High

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Public
Grades 9-12
1,644 Students
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Laguna Middle

Public Middle School

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Grades 7-8
789 Students
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Teach Elementary

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Grades 4-6
167 Students
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Pacheco Elementary

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Grades K-6
482 Students
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Smith (C. L.) Elementary School

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Grades K-6
465 Students
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Los Ranchos Elementary

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Grades K-6
450 Students
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Sinsheimer Elementary

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Public
Grades K-6
371 Students

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