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    a kitchen with wood cabinets and a blue island with three stools a bedroom with a bed and a window
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    534 E Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    18 Units available
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    1 BED $2,005+
    2+ BEDS $2,301+
    a kitchen with wood cabinets and a blue island with three stools a bedroom with a bed and a window Swimming Pool And Relaxing Area at Hancock Terrace Apartments, Santa Maria, CA Cardio Studio at Hancock Terrace Apartments, California
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    4.5/5 ax on May 26, 2023

    IVe been living here for almost 2 years and i like it. The place is clean quiet, and so far peacefull.

    4.5/5 A E. on Jan 24, 2023

    very good community staff is very friendly and understandable

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    a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a large island with a potted plant a bedroom with white walls and green bedding
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    1245 W Sonya Ln, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    11 Units available
    1 BED $2,144+
    2 BEDS $2,509+
    3 BEDS $3,459+
    a kitchen with wooden cabinets and a large island with a potted plant a bedroom with white walls and green bedding Apartments in Santa Maria, CA, for Rent - Siena - Dining Room with Carpeted Floor, Dining Table with 4 Chairs, Ceiling Fan, and View of Kitchen our apartments offer a swimming pool
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    5/5 Timoteo R. on Sep 5, 2023

    excellent environment great location and amenities

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    Santa Maria, CA Apartments - Knollwood Meadows - Aisle-Style Kitchen with Wood-Patterned Cabinetry, White Appliances, and White Countertops Apartments Near Target - Knollwood Meadows - Spacious Bedroom With Plank Flooring, Area Rug, Bed, Nightstands with Lamps, Dresser, Wall Art, Shelf with Decors, House Plant, and Window with Curtains
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    4036 Cedarhurst Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    5 Units available
    1 BED $2,150+
    2 BEDS $2,292+
    Santa Maria, CA Apartments - Knollwood Meadows - Aisle-Style Kitchen with Wood-Patterned Cabinetry, White Appliances, and White Countertops Apartments Near Target - Knollwood Meadows - Spacious Bedroom With Plank Flooring, Area Rug, Bed, Nightstands with Lamps, Dresser, Wall Art, Shelf with Decors, House Plant, and Window with Curtains our apartments have a resort style pool with lounge chairs 1-BR Apartments In Orcutt, CA - Knollwood Meadows - Fitness Center Equipped With A Cardio Machine, Strength Training Machine, Yoga Mats, Workout Bench, And Full-Body Mirror
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    5/5 Veronica B. on Sep 28, 2023

    Good place to live, quiet, great ubication

    5/5 Anonymous on Jun 22, 2023

    Ive loved at Knollwood Meadows for almost 4 years now ans its a great place to be! The staff is thoughtful, friendly and timely and the amenities are great.

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    1720 SOUTH DEPOT ST, SANTA MARIA, CA 93458
    1 BED $1,257
    2 BEDS $1,511
    3+ BEDS $1,746
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    740 S. Western Ave., Santa Maria, CA 93458
    STUDIO $1,617+
    1 BED $1,879+
    2+ BEDS $2,008+
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    616 West Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    2 BEDS $2,595
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    1316 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    STUDIO $1,250+
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    534 E Boone St, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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    1 BED $2,005+
    2+ BEDS $2,301+
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    2460 Rubel Way, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    2 BEDS $2,747+
    3 BEDS $2,945+
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    1004 W. Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    1 BED $1,895
    2 BEDS $2,395
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    127 W. Agnes Ave., Santa Maria, CA 93458
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    2035 Lassen Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    1 BED $2,200
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    1245 W Sonya Ln, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    1 BED $2,144+
    2 BEDS $2,509+
    3 BEDS $3,459+
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    710 W. Alvin Ave., Santa Maria, CA 93458
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    511 West Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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    1240 West Bethel Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93458
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    2351 Lexington Avenue, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    3 BEDS $2,995
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    4036 Cedarhurst Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    1 BED $2,150+
    2 BEDS $2,292+
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    1308 Bethel Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93458
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    826 Cook St, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    1 BED $1,895
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    1191 GRAND MEADOW, ORCUTT, CA 93455
    3 BEDS $4,175
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    1061 SCHULTZ LN, SANTA MARIA, CA 93455
    3 BEDS $3,550
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    101-191 E RICE RANCH RD, ORCUTT, CA 93455
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    3935 Lobo Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    4 BEDS $3,650
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    627 Union Avenue, Orcutt, CA 93455
    2 BEDS $2,200
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Average rent in Santa Maria, CA

$2,340/mo Santa Maria, CA average rental price, March 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Santa Maria, CA is $2,340.

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    Compared to the national average rent of $1,755, the average rent in Santa Maria, CA is $2,340.

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Santa Maria, CA last updated?

    Prices and availability in Santa Maria, CA were last updated on 20 Apr 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Santa Maria, CA?

    The best apartments in Santa Maria, CA are: Hancock Terrace Apartments, Siena Apartments, VIZCAYA APARTMENTS, Palm Villas and Montiavo.

    What is the average rent in Santa Maria, CA?

    The average rent in Santa Maria, CA is $2,360.

    What is the price range for a studio apartment in Santa Maria, CA?

    The price range for a studio apartment in Santa Maria, CA is between $1,250 and $4,621.

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

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Santa Maria, CA is between $1,879 and $3,533.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Santa Maria, CA?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Santa Maria, CA is between $1,895 and $3,857.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Santa Maria, CA?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Santa Maria, CA is between $1,617 and $5,020.

    What type of rental buildings are in Santa Maria, CA?

    In Santa Maria 49% of the housing is rented out compared to 51% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 12% of Santa Maria’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 51% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 36% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria are about 31 years old, on average. Of these, 35% 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 2 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none 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 Santa Maria, CA?

    Rental apartments in Santa Maria come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 10% 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 37% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 40% of all rentals in Santa Maria. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

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    Living in Santa Maria, CA

    Santa Maria is a gorgeous small town in the central part of California, near the Santa Barbara wine country. It’s known for lush wineries, an amazing restaurant scene, and being a part of the Santa Maria/Santa Barbara metropolitan area. The climate there is considered Mediterranean, so local renters enjoy temperatures that are fairly mild year-round. For beach lovers who rent in Santa Maria, the town is only 19 miles from the coast to Pismo Beach. That makes it a popular renting spot for those who surf the waves and love a nice suburb with an above-average school system that appeals to growing families. What’s more, those renting in Santa Maria enjoy being close to many restaurants, shops, entertainment venues, seaside piers, and hiking trails.

    Renting in Santa Maria, CA

    Santa Maria’s population is almost equally split between renters and homeowners. The type of apartments for rent in Santa Maria tends to lean towards Spanish colonial architecture, which is very popular in this part of California. In this densely suburban area, renters can look forward to very community-centric rental apartments, where neighbors tend to be friendly with each other. Most rental communities in Santa Maria offer lots of amenities like year-round pools, grilling stations, well-appointed recreation centers, and clubhouses that renters can book for parties. There are plenty of community parks near rental properties in Santa Maria including Preisker Park, which has a playground area for kids, picnic tables, and open green spaces. Coffee shops and restaurants are close to most apartments for rent in Santa Maria that are mostly located right off of Highway 101 that runs through town going north and south.

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    Shopping in Santa Maria, CA

    Santa Maria Town Center is an indoor traditional shopping mall that’s popular with local renters. It’s home to more than 60 stores including Macy’s and other smaller national chains for home goods, clothing, and electronics. Other shopping venues located near rental apartments are the Santa Maria Plaza Shopping Center and Western Village Shopping Center, which has small eateries for a quick bite. For grocery shopping, renters head to Spouts Farmers Market for organic goods, the St. Maria Supermarket to shop local and Vons or Albertsons, both of which are national grocery chains. There is a Target, Costco, and a Walmart for big-box stores right in the center of town.

    Transportation in Santa Maria, CA

    It’s easy to get in and out of Santa Maria for local renters who commute into Santa Barbara for work via Highway 101, which is is the main road that goes through the town. For renters who prefer public transportation, there is the Santa Maria Area Transit (SMATthat operates bus routes all over town. For air travel, there is a small airport called the Santa Maria Public Airport that operates domestic flights connecting local renters to Denver, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. For more options in domestic or international travel, renters can go to the Santa Barbara Airport that’s a little over an hour away by car.

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