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Apartments Under $1,200 in San Luis Obispo, CA

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$579 - 829
The Slo Student Living Apartments
1050 E Foothill Blvd San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$850 - 1,100
1124 Nipomo St
San Luis Obispo, CA
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All Apartments in San Luis Obispo, CA

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$5,400
3003 Rockview Pl
San Luis Obispo, CA
4 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$2,163
263 N. Chorro
San Luis Obispo, CA
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$1,800
Pismo, 977-979
977-979 Pismo St San Luis Obispo, CA
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$1,925 - 1,975
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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$1,850
Chorro, 66
66 Chorro St San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,860 - 3,615
1127 Foothill Blvd
San Luis Obispo, CA
Studio - 3 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$1,900
Olive, 914
914 Olive St San Luis Obispo, CA
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$2,000 - 2,200
Foothill Gardens Apartments - 1301 - 1317 E. Foothill Blvd.
1301-1317 E Foothill Blvd San Luis Obispo, CA
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$4,000
3260 Rockview Pl
San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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$2,775 - 3,250
791 Orcutt Rd #110
San Luis Obispo, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$2,400
0020 190 California Blv
190 California Blvd San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,250
Beautiful Apartment Community In Downtown San Luis Obisp
550 Higurera St San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,700 - 3,050
The Junction
2120 Santa Barbara Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$3,400
607 Grand Apartments
607 Grand Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jul. 15, 2026
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$2,945 - 5,950
1100 Leff St
San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$3,400
Chorro Street 246
246 Chorro St San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,850 - 2,600
Peach Street
660 Peach St San Luis Obispo, CA
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$2,600
Grand 681
681 Grand Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,200
284 N. CHORRO
San Luis Obispo, CA
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$2,200 - 2,500
Anbw300
555 Westmont Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$7,000
Bishop Peak Neighborhood-fantastic Rental!!
513 Cuesta Dr San Luis Obispo, CA
4 BR | Jun. 26, 2026
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$2,800
2048 Swazey
2048 Swazey Ln San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Oct. 10, 2026
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$2,950
1835 Garden St
San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,400
Furnished 1 Bedroom Downtown Slo, Utilities Included
1727 Chorro St San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Dec. 23, 2025
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$1,850
Leff, 1109
1109 Leff St San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Jan. 4, 2026
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$3,750
Walnut Properties
1127-1139 Walnut St San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$2,400
Anbk147
607 Grand Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,200
421 Dana St
San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jan. 1, 2026
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$2,950
1831 Garden St
San Luis Obispo, CA
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$2,100 - 2,425
428 N Chorro
428 N Chorro St San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,200 are available in San Luis Obispo, CA on Rentable.co?

There are 2 apartments under $1,200 in San Luis Obispo currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,200 are available in San Luis Obispo?

Rentable.co has 8 studio apartments under $1,200 available for rent in San Luis Obispo.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in San Luis Obispo?

Rentable.co has 13 one-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in San Luis Obispo.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 are available in San Luis Obispo?

Rentable.co has 2 two-bedroom apartments under $1,200 available for rent in San Luis Obispo.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,200 in San Luis Obispo, CA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,200 in San Luis Obispo based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $34,000.

Apartments Under $1,200 in San Luis Obispo, CA: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2025 San Luis Obispo Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 key findings and figures for the San Luis Obispo rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,200 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in San Luis Obispo and surrounding areas. This summary also provides an insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,200 in San Luis Obispo.
0 2 5 7 10 <$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 $2,780
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo stands at $2,120, with the majority falling between $940 and $2,800. Out of the 311 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in San Luis Obispo, 13 are priced below $1,200, accounting for 4% of the total available one-bedroom units in San Luis Obispo.

Available Apartments Under $1,200: San Luis Obispo vs. Surrounding Areas

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As of December 2025, there are a total of 3 apartments priced under $1,200 available in the San Luis Obispo, CA metro area. This includes the cities of Arroyo Grande, Morro Bay, Atascadero, Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, Cayucos, Creston, Los Osos, Templeton, and Shell Beach. Renters seeking affordable options in this region will find a range of choices to suit their needs and budget. Whether you're looking for a cozy studio or a spacious one-bedroom, there are numerous options available to explore. Rentable's apartment search platform makes it easy to discover and compare apartments in San Luis Obispo, CA and its surrounding cities.

Apartments Under $1,200 Now vs. Last Month: San Luis Obispo and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,200 in December M/M % Change
San Luis Obispo, CA 4 +0.95%
Shell Beach, CA 1 +1.0%
Atascadero, CA 1 +1.25%
Morro Bay, CA 0 +1.67%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,200 in San Luis Obispo?

Available apartments under $1,200 26
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Garbage Disposal, Smoke Free Community, Garage Attached
Utilities included 3
Studio 3
1 Bedroom 3
Square footage 122 - 657
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