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Short Term Rentals in Santa Maria, CA
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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
    12 Units available
    1 BED $2,092+
    2 BEDS $2,362+
    3 BEDS $3,437+
    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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    1004 W. Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    1 BED $1,895
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    616 West Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    2 BEDS $2,595
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    127 W. Agnes Ave., Santa Maria, CA 93458
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    710 W. Alvin Ave., Santa Maria, CA 93458
    1 BED $1,895
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    1245 W Sonya Ln, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    1 BED $2,092+
    2 BEDS $2,362+
    3 BEDS $3,437+
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    511 West Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93454
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    826 Cook St, Santa Maria, CA 93458
    1 BED $1,895
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    4036 Cedarhurst Drive, Santa Maria, CA 93455
    1 BED $2,377+
    2 BEDS $2,412+
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    325 Burton Mesa Blvd., Lompoc, CA 93436
    1 BED $2,250+
    2 BEDS $2,200+
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    113 S U St, Lompoc, CA 93436
    1 BED $1,888+
    2 BEDS $2,258+
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Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a short-term rental in Santa Maria, CA?

The price range of a short-term rental is between $1,895 and $4,983.

How many short-term rentals are available in Santa Maria, CA on RentCafe?

There are 12 short term rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Santa Maria, CA were last updated on 17 May 2025.

What is the average size of a short-term rental in Santa Maria, CA?

The average Santa Maria, CA short-term rental size is 789 sq. ft.

Why rent a short-term rental in Santa Maria, CA?

The best part about living in a short-term rental is the lease flexibility that allows you to choose for how long you’ll be renting.

What are the downsides of renting a short-term rental in Santa Maria, CA?

Short-term rentals might be more expensive per month than long-term leases. Some short-term apartments are furnished and may include the cost of utilities as well.

Look for short term rentals near me

Looking for short-term apartments nearby? This option is ideal if you want to stay in the area, or you’re still looking for something more stable and don’t want to make any permanent decisions yet. Or, simply put, renting short-term fits your lifestyle better. With RentCafe you can now browse short-term apartments near you and compare price, size, location and real reviews from verified residents in your area to see which short-term apartment would suit you best.

You can browse available short-term listings and find your options in any location, whether you’re looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city. Just choose the location you want, close to whatever is of interest for you, and we’ll take it from there!

Renting a short-term apartment in Santa Maria, CA

If you’re in Santa Maria, CA for a limited amount of time, you are a digital nomad, or simply want a change of scenery, RentCafe is here to help you find the short-term rental suitable for your needs. Maybe you just want to test a new area in Santa Maria before actually settling in, or maybe you find yourself in-between homes on your way to getting your hands on your dream home. For all those reasons and many more, short-term apartments are the way to go. Short-term rentals usually come furnished and are equipped with essentials that most renters would need on the regular. Plus, some include the cost of utilities in the rent price, so you wouldn’t have as many bills and paperwork to deal with. Renting in Santa Maria, CA is an experience. So, if you want to make your renting experience here short and sweet, we got your back!

There’s more to the world

Short-term apartments are not just for renters in between homes or people on prolonged visits to a certain area. They are perfect for those who aren’t looking to put down roots too soon and settling down is not currently in the plans. For those not looking for a long-term apartment just yet, the experience of living in other areas can be life changing. If you’re the type of person who goes wherever life takes them, we are here to help you find a short-term lease!

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