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Houses for Rent in Santa Maria, CA

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  • A two-story house with a brown fence in front.
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    1830 Berkeley Way, Santa Maria, CA 93454
    2 BEDS $2,395
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  • A kitchen with a black stove top oven and white cabinets.
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    430 Santa Anita St, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    3 BEDS $4,200
  • a house with a driveway and a garage door
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    1308 Bethel Lane, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    2 BEDS $2,700
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  • A house with a brown roof and white walls with a tree in front.
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    1555 Jensen Ranch Road, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    4 BEDS $4,000
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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
  • A spacious kitchen and living room with wooden flooring and modern lighting fixtures.
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    3334 Fair Oaks Dr, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    4 BEDS $4,200
  • A living room with a fireplace, grey ottoman, and a television mounted on the wall.
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    475 Heritage Lane, Los Alamos, CA 93440
    3 BEDS $4,200
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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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, CA rent trends

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

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Santa Maria, CA is $2,352.

Average rent in Santa Maria, CA

$2,352/mo Santa Maria, CA average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Santa Maria, CA is $2,352.

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

    About 35% of apartment rents in Santa Maria, CA range between $2,001-$2,500. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,501-$3,000 represent 24% of apartments. Around 25% of Santa Maria’s apartments are in the $1,501-$2,000 price range. 2% of apartments are priced between $1,001-$1,500. A share of 14% of apartment rentals in Santa Maria are in the > $3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Santa Maria, 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, CA?

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

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

    There are 3 house rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Santa Maria, CA were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

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

    The average Santa Maria, CA rental house size is 1,218 sq. ft.

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

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

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

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

    Look for houses for rent near me

    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.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in Santa Maria, 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 Santa Maria, CA there are 9 listings to choose from. The average price for rental homes in Santa Maria, CA is $3,536, but if you’re looking for cheap houses for rent, you can find a good deal for as little as $2,395. 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 9 properties renting for up to $4,200 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 9 Santa Maria, 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.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!