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Apartments Under $1,000 in San Luis Obispo, CA

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$579 - 949
The Slo Student Living Apartments
1050 E Foothill Blvd San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$850 - 1,000
1124 Nipomo St
San Luis Obispo, CA
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All Apartments in San Luis Obispo, CA

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$1,995
263 N. Chorro
San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$3,675 - 4,350
Mission Orchard
626 Broad St San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jul. 9, 2026
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$1,725 - 2,400
Foothill Gardens Apartments - 1301 - 1317 E. Foothill Blvd.
1301-1317 E Foothill Blvd San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Jun. 4, 2026
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$6,200
133 & 135 Foothill Blvd
San Luis Obispo, CA
4 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$4,600
Walnut Properties
1127-1139 Walnut St San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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$4,025
3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Home Available July
2132 Price St San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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$1,500
Kentucky, 480
480 Kentucky St San Luis Obispo, CA
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$3,475 - 3,500
1252 E Foothill Blvd 1237 Monte Vista Pl
San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jul. 5, 2026
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$1,850
Chorro, 66
66 Chorro St San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Jul. 8, 2026
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$1,975 - 2,250
Sierra Vista Apartments - 500 And 510 E. Foothill Blvd.
500 E Foothill Blvd. 510 E Foothill Blvd. San Luis Obispo, CA
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$6,500
5bd/3ba House Walkable To Downtown Slo!
1845 Morro St San Luis Obispo, CA
5 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$2,550
Buchon, 530-538
530-538 Buchon St San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jul. 4, 2026
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$2,200 - 2,800
1249 Palm St
San Luis Obispo, CA
Studio - 1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$2,600
1314 Palm
1314 Palm St San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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$1,800
Stenner, 176
176 Stenner St San Luis Obispo, CA
Studio | Jul. 7, 2026
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$2,275
428 N Chorro
428 N Chorro St San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$3,300
1622 Palm St
San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$4,250
Desirable 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom Home In Quiet Neighborhood!
3591 Sacramento Dr #44 San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Aug. 14, 2026
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$2,200
Apartments Close To Cal Poly Slo
1290 Murray Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$2,300
Santa Barbara, 1717
1717 Santa Barbara Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Aug. 12, 2026
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$2,950
Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit
524 Dana St San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$2,295
Connect Slo
3110 Duncan Rd San Luis Obispo, CA
Studio | Jun. 15, 2026
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$3,150
Beautiful 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Home In San Luis Obispo!
2220 Exposition Dr #99 San Luis Obispo, CA
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$5,000
3 Bedroom 2 Bath - Available July 2026 - May 2027
522 Dana St San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$1,900
High, 730A
730 High St San Luis Obispo, CA
Studio | Jul. 8, 2026
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$2,950
Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Unit
524 Dana St San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jul. 25, 2026
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$6,000
Beautiful 4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bathroom Home In San Luis Obispo!
3286 Lavender Ln San Luis Obispo, CA
4 BR | Jul. 14, 2026
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$4,000
3260 Rockview Pl
San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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$2,800
607 Grand Apartments
607 Grand Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jul. 20, 2026
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$3,000
0020 190 California Blv
190 California Blvd San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jun. 29, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,000 are available in San Luis Obispo, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 2 apartments under $1,000 in San Luis Obispo currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,000 are available in San Luis Obispo?

Rentable.co has 10 studio apartments under $1,000 available for rent in San Luis Obispo.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,000 are available in San Luis Obispo?

Rentable.co has 63 one-bedroom apartments under $1,000 available for rent in San Luis Obispo.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,000 are available in San Luis Obispo?

Rentable.co has 41 two-bedroom apartments under $1,000 available for rent in San Luis Obispo.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,000 in San Luis Obispo, CA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,000 in San Luis Obispo based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $33,000.

Apartments Under $1,000 in San Luis Obispo, CA: May Rental Information

Welcome to the May 2026 San Luis Obispo Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 2026 key findings and figures for the San Luis Obispo rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,000 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in San Luis Obispo and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insights into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,000 in San Luis Obispo.

Renters searching for affordable options in San Luis Obispo will find this report invaluable in their apartment search. Whether you're a student on a tight budget or simply looking for a cost-effective living arrangement, Rentable provides up-to-date information on affordable apartments under $1,000.
0 5 10 15 20 <$800 $860 $980 $1,100 $1,220 $1,340 $1,460 $1,580 $1,700 $1,820 $1,940 $2,060 $2,180 $2,300 $2,420 $2,540 $2,660
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo stands at $2,100, with the majority falling between $800 and $2,650. Out of the 525 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in San Luis Obispo, 19 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 4% of the total available one-bedroom units in San Luis Obispo.

Available Apartments Under $1,000: San Luis Obispo vs. Surrounding Areas

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In May 2026, Rentable has a variety of affordable apartments available in San Luis Obispo, CA and the surrounding cities. Our chart shows the number of apartments under $1,000 per month in San Luis Obispo, as well as the nearby cities of Arroyo Grande, Morro Bay, Atascadero, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, Cayucos, Creston, Los Osos, Templeton, and Shell Beach. With a total inventory of 4 apartments in the metro area, renters have multiple options to choose from when searching for budget-friendly housing. Whether you're looking for a studio or a one-bedroom apartment, Rentable can help you find an affordable rental in and around San Luis Obispo.

Apartments Under $1,000 Now vs. Last Month: San Luis Obispo and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,000 in May M/M % Change
San Luis Obispo, CA 4 +0.78%
Creston, CA 1 +0.75%
Atascadero, CA 0 0.0%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,000 in San Luis Obispo?

Available apartments under $1,000 32
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Smoke Free Community, Garage Attached
Utilities included 2
Studio 3
1 Bedroom 9
Square footage 95 - 2,267
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