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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Luis Obispo Core

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  3. Building Photo - 680 Chorro St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,250

    680 Chorro St

    680 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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    421 Dana St

    421 Dana St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  13. 1 BED, 1.5 BATHS
    $2,450

    1203 Pismo St

    1203 Pismo St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  16. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,000

    570 Peach St

    570 Peach St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  17. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $3,300

    462 Dana St

    462 Dana St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
  18. Building Photo - 680 Morro St
    2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $3,500
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    Base Rent$3,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,500

    680 Morro St Unit B

    680 Morro St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Cheap Apartments in Downtown San Luis Obispo Core Neighborhood in San Luis Obispo, CA

When looking for cheap apartments in Downtown San Luis Obispo Core, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Downtown San Luis Obispo Core.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 21 cheap apartments available in Downtown San Luis Obispo Core, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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