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1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA


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  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,841+
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    La Vista

    3.5 (12)
    740 S. Western Ave., Santa Maria, CA 93458
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • Rent specials 4 units available
    1 bd $2,069+
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    Siena Apartments

    1245 W Sonya Ln, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 6 units available
    1 bd $2,201+
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    Azure Apartments

    3.0 (13)
    703 East Meehan St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials 6 units available
    1 bd $1,739+
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    Cassia Apartments

    4.0 (22)
    333 E Enos Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Laundry Facilities
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $1,862
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    Vizcaya Apartments

    1720 South Depot Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    Apply online • Parking • Pool
  • 1 bd $2,360+
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    4036 Cedarhurst Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • Pool
  • 1 bd $1,895
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    Alvin Apartments

    710 W. Alvin Ave., Santa Maria, CA 93458
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  • 1 bd $2,395
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    Hummel Village

    4468 HUMMEL DR, ORCUTT, CA 93455
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  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $2,495
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    2035 Lassen Drive

    3.0 (1)
    2035 Lassen Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93458
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    Las Brisas

    4.0 (1)
    983 W. Dan Blough Dr., Santa Maria, CA 93455
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • In unit laundry
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    Sierra Sands

    327 E. Plaza Dr Ste 1B, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Pet friendly • Parking • Patio/Balcony
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    5.0 (3)
    1316 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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    511 West Cook St

    511 West Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Pet friendly • Parking • Laundry Facilities
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    Agnes Apts

    127 W. Agnes Ave., Santa Maria, CA 93458
    Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
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    826 Cook St, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    Pet friendly • Parking • Patio/Balcony
  • 1 bd $1,684
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    1654 N Russell Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    In unit laundry
  • 1 bd $1,700
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    1221 Speed St

    1221 Speed St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    Air conditioner
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    1 bd $1,650+
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    VINE BY VINTAGE

    3.5 (5)
    401 W. Pine Ave., Lompoc, CA 93436
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  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,006+
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    Oceanwood Apartments

    113 S U St, Lompoc, CA 93436
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    Heritage Villas

    4.0 (6)
    300 Burton Mesa Blvd. #100, Lompoc, CA 93436
    Pet friendly • Fitness center • Dishwasher
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    300 Burton Mesa Blvd, Lompoc, CA 93436
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    The Diplomat

    4.0 (9)
    325 Burton Mesa Blvd., Lompoc, CA 93436
    Pet friendly • Parking • Fitness center
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA is between $1,684 and $3,371.

How many 1 bedroom apartments for rent are available in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA on RentCafe?

There are 27 1 bedroom rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA were last updated on 25 Sep 2026.

What is the average size of a 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA?

The average Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA 1 bedroom apartment size is 601 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA?

Renting a 1 bedroom apartment comes with more living and storage space compared to a studio apartment.

What are the downsides of renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA?

1 bedroom apartments are usually more expensive than studio apartments in terms of rent and utility costs.

Renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA

If there’s one type of apartment that virtually all buildings in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA will offer, that’s one bedroom apartments. In fact, there are 45 1 bedroom rental units located in 22 apartment complexes in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA. Single bedroom apartments work perfectly for single people, couples, roommates, and small families. You can even comfortably share one with your beloved pet, without feeling overcrowded. Usually, a 1 bedroom unit measures around 753 Sqft. Renters in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA pay about $2,207 in monthly rent for a one bedroom apartment. If you’re willing to live in a smaller apartment, in an older building, you will find cheap one bedroom apartments for as low as $1,650 per month. If you want a lot of living space, or a newer apartment with quality finishes, or a nice one bedroom furnished apartment, there are more expensive options renting for up to $3,371.

How to find a cheap 1 bedroom apartment in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA in 4 easy steps

Does your search for an affordable 1 bedroom feel agonizing at times? You are scrolling through lists and lists of rental listings, looking at hundreds of images, trying to find the one that is just right. All you want is to find a nice comfortable apartment in a well-maintained building, on a quiet street in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA and for a price you can actually afford. Hang in there, take a deep breath, and follow these 4 steps. Step 1: Put in a rent filter with a maximum price you can pay. Step 2: Sort your results by rent, ascending. Step 3: Browse the filtered results in the order they are listed. If you followed the first 3 steps correctly, the least expensive apartments should be at the top of the list. They will be either smaller apartments, maybe apartments located in older buildings, or one bedroom efficiency apartments. Step 4: Pick the apartment that speaks to you the most and contact the property to check availability.