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Apartments under $3,000 for Rent in San Luis Obispo, CA

159 Rentals
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  10. STUDIO
    $2,200

    The Junction

    2120 Santa Barbara Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  12. 4 BEDS
    $1,720+
    5 BEDS
    $1,655+

    Palomar at SLO

    71 Palomar Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
  13. STUDIO
    $2,337

    Connect SLO

    3110 Duncan Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  22. Building Photo - 1156 Peach St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $2,300

    1156 Peach St

    1156 Peach St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  23. 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,000

    773 Peach St

    773 Peach St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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San Luis Obispo at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,900
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Average Rent in San Luis Obispo
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School Rating

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Schools in San Luis Obispo
27

Some Transit

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Transportation in San Luis Obispo
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.

Renting in San Luis Obispo

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Getting Around San Luis Obispo

Transportation

67

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
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

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
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.
27

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

Public University
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San Luis Obispo High
out of 10 Rating
Public | Grades 9- 12 | 1,644 Students
7
Laguna Middle
out of 10 Rating
Public | Grades 7- 8 | 789 Students
9
Teach Elementary
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Public | Grades 4- 6 | 167 Students
7
Pacheco Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 6 | 482 Students
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Smith (C. L.) Elementary School
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Public | Grades K- 6 | 465 Students
7
Los Ranchos Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 6 | 450 Students
7
Sinsheimer Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 6 | 371 Students
School data provided by Great Schoolsⓘ

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