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Apartments for Rent in San Luis Obispo, CA

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When were prices and availability in San Luis Obispo, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in San Luis Obispo, CA were last updated on 22 Jun 2026.

What are the best apartments in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The best apartments in San Luis Obispo, CA are: 572 E Foothill LLC, The Slo, 1901 Henry LLC, Connect and Roundhouse Place.

What is the average rent in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The average rent in San Luis Obispo, CA is $2,949.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA is between $1,303 and $2,200.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA is between $2,200 and $3,600.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA is between $1,303 and $4,750.

What type of rental buildings are in San Luis Obispo, CA?

In San Luis Obispo 60% of the housing is rented out compared to 40% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 6% of San Luis Obispo's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 63% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 29% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city. In this case, the apartment buildings in San Luis Obispo are about 41 years old, on average. Of these, 29% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About 97% of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, 3% are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

What apartment floorplans are common in San Luis Obispo, CA?

Rental apartments in San Luis Obispo come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 20% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 28% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 33% of all rentals in San Luis Obispo. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.