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Houses for Rent in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA

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    1830 Berkeley Way, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    2 BEDS $2,395
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    430 Santa Anita St, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    3 BEDS $4,200
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    1308 Bethel Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    2 BEDS $2,700
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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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    1555 Jensen Ranch Road, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    4 BEDS $4,000
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    3334 Fair Oaks Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    4 BEDS $4,200
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    475 Heritage Lane, Los Alamos, CA 93440
    3 BEDS $4,200
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    602 Juniper Street, Vandenberg AFB, CA 93437
    2 BEDS $3,129
    3 BEDS $3,099
    4 BEDS $3,124
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Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA have decreased by 2.75% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,418 to $2,352.

Average rent in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA

$2,352/mo Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA is around $2,352.

    What's the typical rent budget in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA?

    A share of 2% of apartments in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA have the cheapest rents between $1,001-$1,500. Around 24% of rentals are $2,501-$3,000. Around 25% of 's apartments have monthly rents between $1,501-$2,000. There are 35% of apartments with rents between $2,001-$2,500. A share of 14% of apartment rentals in Santa Maria Valley are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA (35%) fall between $2,001-$2,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Frequently asked questions

    How much is the rent for a house in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA?

    The price range of a house for rent is between $2,700 and $4,200.

    How many houses are available in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA on RentCafe?

    There are 3 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

    What is the average size of a rental house in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA?

    The average Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA rental house size is 1,462 sq. ft.

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

    Renting a house in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

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

    Houses for rent in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

    Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA demographics

    • 111,692Total Population
    • 55,829 Female
      55,863 Male
    • 31Median Age

    In total, Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA has 111,692 residents, 55,829 women and 55,863 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of ’s population is 31.

    Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA households

    • 24,704 Family
      6,621 Non-family
    • 14,174 Children
      17,151 No Children
    • 31,324Total Number of Households
    • 2.71Average People Per Household
    • $78,848Median Household Income

    There is a total of 31,324 households in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA. Of these, 14,174 have children and 17,151 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 24,704 family households and 6,621 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in is 2.71 people, on average. The median household annual income in equals $78,848, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,760.

    Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA education statistics

    According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 20% of the population in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA have no high school education, 33% went to high-school, and 23% have partially completed college. Moreover, 8% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 12% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 5% hold a Graduate Degree.

    Renting a house in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA

    You know it’s time for a change, and snatching your dream house might be the perfect way to start. If you’re not sure where to look, we’ll give you a tip. About 9 rental homes are located in Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA, ranging in price from $2,395 to $4,200. Whether you’re looking for duplexes, townhouses or single family homes for rent, you’re sure to find what you need. The average rent for a Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA property is about $3,536, but if you’re looking for cheap houses for rent, take a look at 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom properties, which are likely to be more affordable.

    Renting a house. It’s a family affair!

    Single family homes have long been an attractive option for family oriented people. If you have a big family, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom properties might be the right fit for you. To find the home of your dreams, don’t forget to use the filters on RentCafe, so you can be sure that you’re not wasting any time looking at properties that don’t interest you. Soon enough you will be enjoying the privacy and comfort of your new home, without any noises coming from the upstairs neighbors. Don’t forget about the added benefit of having a backyard, a safe place for your children and family pet, where you can also try your hand at gardening and, why not, grow your own organic vegetables. Don’t forget to ask your landlord for permission in writing before you make any changes to the landscape. If one of the 9 Santa Maria Valley, Central Coast, CA homes for rent is the right one for you, you can apply for a lease online right here on RentCafe.

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