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Apartments in San Luis Obispo

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1185 Foothill Blvd #30, San Luis Obispo (pine Creek Condo)
1185 Efoothill Blvd #30 San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Aug. 3, 2026
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$5,600
2701 Meadow
San Luis Obispo, CA
4 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$2,200
284 N. CHORRO
San Luis Obispo, CA
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Anbw300
555 Westmont Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$8,800
5 Bedroom 3 Bathroom In Close Proximity To Poly Campus!
1646 Fredericks St San Luis Obispo, CA
5 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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$4,000
Charming House In A Great Location By Cal Poly With Garage
123 Stenner St San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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$2,200 - 3,850
555 Westmont
555 Westmont Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
1 - 3 BR | Jun. 15, 2026
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$1,995
0173 1188-1194 Pismo
1188-1194 Pismo St San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Jul. 30, 2026
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$1,995 - 2,400
0145 887 Islay, #1-8
887 Islay St San Luis Obispo, CA
1 - 2 BR | Aug. 6, 2026
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$3,000
1561 Royal Way
San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$3,300
Grand 681
681 Grand Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,995 - 4,500
735 & 745 Grand Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA
2 - 3 BR | Jul. 24, 2026
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$10,000
Bigger Than Average Home In Slo! Lots Of Space!
561 Luneta Dr San Luis Obispo, CA
6 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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$8,500
Well Maintained 5 Bedroom 2 Bath With Garage
351 Ramona Dr San Luis Obispo, CA
5 BR | Jun. 1, 2026
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$4,200
Very Nice Condo! 3 Miles To Cal Poly Groups Welcome Available June
2801 Johnson Ave #7 San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Apr. 15, 2026
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203 Patricia Ct
San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | May. 14, 2026
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$8,500
Huge House (2914 Sq. Ft.) In A Well Desired Neighborhood Off Of Johnson Avenue
2606 El Cerrito St San Luis Obispo, CA
5 BR | Jun. 19, 2026
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$4,600
Extensively Renovated 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Charmer In The Historic Railroad District
1026 George St San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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$3,700
1206 Galleon Way
San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Jul. 6, 2026
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Beautiful 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath Townhome With A/c And 2-car Garage
2903 Garibaldi Ave San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Available Now
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1728 Royal Ct
San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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3bd/2ba House W/ Two Car Garage And Close To Laguna Middle School
1279 Descanso St San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Jul. 17, 2026
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3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath House/ 347 Jeffrey Drive Slo
347 Jeffrey Dr San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Jul. 1, 2026
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Great Location By Cal Poly Campus - 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom
1228 Stafford St Unit C San Luis Obispo, CA
2 BR | Jul. 18, 2026
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Mill 1220
1220 Mill St San Luis Obispo, CA
4 BR | Apr. 16, 2026
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0320 7 Elm Court
7 Elm Ct San Luis Obispo, CA
3 BR | Aug. 17, 2026
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$21,000
Less Than 200 Feet To Cal Poly Entrance!
1841 Slack St San Luis Obispo, CA
11+ BR | Jul. 16, 2026
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$2,450
Charming 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Apartment
1745 Nipomo St Apt B San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | May. 1, 2026
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Newly Renovated 1-bedroom At Murray Manor
1247 Murray St Unit 4 San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Available Now
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3350-3392 Rockview
San Luis Obispo, CA
1 BR | Jul. 10, 2026
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Luis Obispo?

San Luis Obispo Apartments
Bed Type Average Rent Range
Studio $1,800 $910 - $2,100
1BR $2,150 $800 - $2,780
2BR $2,930 $1,680 - $4,000
3BR $4,250 $3,200 - $5,830
4+BR $7,170 $4,830 - $14,500
Frequently Asked Questions

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

Rentable.co has over 3,517 apartments available in San Luis Obispo.

What is the average rent for a studio apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in San Luis Obispo is around $1,800 per month.

What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo is around $2,150 per month.

What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo is around $2,930 per month.

How expensive is it to rent an apartment in San Luis Obispo, CA?

For a two-bedroom apartment in San Luis Obispo, the average rent price is $2,930 per month, which is higher than the national average of $1,650 per month.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in San Luis Obispo, CA?

Based on average rent prices in San Luis Obispo, to afford a studio apartment you would need an annual household income of $72,000 to live comfortably.

Find a San Luis Obispo Apartment

San Luis Obispo is one of the older cities in the entire state of California. Missionaries first settled the city of roughly 45,000 people in the 18th century. By the mid 1800s, it had blossomed into a modern town. The city is situated in a very rugged landscape, marked notably by the Nine Sisters hills. San Luis Obispo is on a very geographically active location, as the Nine Sister are actually volcanic plugs. There are also several nearby fault lines, including the infamous San Andreas.

The largest employer in San Luis Obispo is the California Polytechnic State University. The school employs roughly 2,700 people in the region. The university registers more than 20,000 students annually.

When to Search

When you're on the lookout for an apartment in San Luis Obispo, March is the best time to start looking. From March, the hunting should be good all the way through until August. Then, the availability of markets will start to tighten up throughout the winter, so it is best to get your apartment found earlier, rather than later.

Staying in the Know

Finding an apartment in San Luis Obispo doesn't have to be difficult. Start by reaching out to multiple landlords simultaneously, because it doesn't pay to put all your eggs in one basket. Then, make appointments to view apartments and meet the landlords and be sure to show up on time and conduct yourself professionally during the viewings. Finally, complete your applications accurately and truthfully, and you'll have an apartment before you know it.

Life in San Luis Obispo

Transportation

This is one of the rare cities in California where having a car isn't really necessary. The public transportation system operated by city provides fairly adequate coverage, and runs until 10 PM on weekdays. For those who prefer to travel by bike, the city takes good care of the comprehensive system of bike lanes.

Where to play

Visiting the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is a good way to get a taste of the missionary life that was so important during the years in which California was originally settled. Exploring the Nine Sisters is thrilling for those who enjoy outdoor activities, and many of the peaks have public trails. Heading out to the Edna Valley is a must for those who enjoy wine tours and tastings.

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Campuses Nearby

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San Luis Obispo:
April Rent Report

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

Our experts analyze the pricing trends — one-bedroom, two-bedroom, year-over-year and month-over-month — in San Luis Obispo and surrounding areas and provide comparisons to the entire metro area, nearby cities and some of the most desirable and expensive cities in the United States. Take a look at the last 12 months of San Luis Obispo average rent prices in the chart below.

Monthly Rent Report

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San Luis Obispo Rent Prices Decrease From March to April

San Luis Obispo rent prices decreased over the last month. From March to April, the city experienced a 0% decrease for the price of a one-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a San Luis Obispo one-bedroom apartments currently stands at $.

When we take a look at the two-bedroom comparison from March to April, San Luis Obispo experienced a 0% decrease for the price of a two-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a San Luis Obispo two-bedroom apartments currently stands at $.

April Prices: San Luis Obispo vs. Surrounding Areas

Rent Prices in San Luis Obispo and Surrounding Areas

Rent prices have decreased in San Luis Obispo over the last month. But how have the surrounding areas fared when it comes to the recent volatility in apartment prices? Rent prices in 0 of the San Luis Obispo suburbs increased last month. On the other hand, 0 local areas experienced a decrease in the price of a one-bedroom apartment.

More key findings include:

  • Rents did not increase in any of the San Luis Obispo suburbs

  • Rents did not decrease in any of the San Luis Obispo suburbs.

April 2026 Pricing Trends: San Luis Obispo vs. National Comparisons

San Luis Obispo Rent Prices More Affordable Than Major Cities

Rent growth in San Luis Obispo over the past year has been declining. When compared to major cities nearby, along with some of the most expensive cities in the country, San Luis Obispo average rent prices appear to be relatively affordable for local residents.

The price for a San Luis Obispo one-bedroom apartment remains vastly more affordable than four of the largest cities in the United States — New York City, Washington, D.C. San Francisco and Los Angeles. And pricing compares quite similarly to nearby Midwest cities.

For more information about San Luis Obispo and surrounding area rent prices, take a look at the complete data set below.

Data set for San Luis Obispo and suburbs

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Methodology

Each month, using over 1 million Rentable listings across the United States, we calculate the median 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rent prices by city, state, and nation, and track the month-over-month percent change. To avoid small sample sizes, we restrict the analysis for our reports to cities meeting minimum population and property count thresholds.

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