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Houses for Rent in San Luis Obispo, CA

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  • A kitchen with a wooden counter and a stainless steel dishwasher.
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    815 Mirada Drive, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
    1 BED $1,700

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  • A living room with a grey couch and a television.
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    6438 Fiddleneck Ln, Avila Beach, CA 93424
  • A modern kitchen with a stove top and an oven.
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    1309 Costa Brava, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
    3 BEDS $5,495
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San Luis Obispo, CA rent trends

Rental prices in San Luis Obispo, CA have decreased by 2.91% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,950 to $2,864.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,743, the average rent in San Luis Obispo, CA is $2,864.

Average rent in San Luis Obispo, CA

$2,864/mo San Luis Obispo, CA average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in San Luis Obispo, CA is $2,864.

    What's the typical rent budget in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    About 28% of apartment rents in San Luis Obispo, CA range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 22% of apartments. Around 1% of San Luis Obispo’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 1% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 21% of apartment rentals in San Luis Obispo are in the $2,501-$3,000 range. There are 28% of apartment rentals in San Luis Obispo in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in San Luis Obispo, CA (28%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in San Luis Obispo, CA

    20 /100
    Car-Dependent
    51 /100
    Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 20, Bike Score®: 51

    Frequently asked questions

    What are the advantages of renting a house in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Renting a house in San Luis Obispo, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

    What are the downsides of renting a house apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

    Houses for rent in San Luis Obispo, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

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    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

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    Renting a house in San Luis Obispo, CA

    You’ve given it a lot of thought and you’re ready to make the big move. If you’re on the lookout for homes for rent, you should know that the selection is better than ever. In San Luis Obispo, CA there are 3 listings to choose from. Of course, if you’re willing to pay a little extra for the sake of location or certain amenities, just use the menu filters to select the features that you’re looking for and one of the 3 properties renting for up to $5,700 will soon be your next home.

    Renting a house comes with many benefits

    Renting a house brings a lot of benefits and extra living and storage space is the most obvious one. Let’s not forget that a house gives you the privacy of being the only tenant, so you never have to tolerate loud upstairs neighbors again. Whether you’re looking for a smaller 1 bedroom home just for yourself or something bigger, browse the 3 San Luis Obispo, CA listings and you will find a wide choice of 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom homes for rent to fit your and your family’s needs. Don’t forget about Fido! It’s easier to find rental houses that allow pets, plus there’s the added benefit of having a yard that your four-legged friend can enjoy. Speaking of which, now is the time to try your hand at gardening. Don’t forget to ask your landlord for permission in writing before you make any changes to the landscape.

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