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Park Avenue Arms Apartments

517 E Park Ave, Santa Maria, CA 93454

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  • Monthly Rent

    $1,900 - $2,300

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    800 - 900 sq ft

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Park Avenue Arms Apartments in Santa Maria is ready for you to visit. The address for this community is in Santa Maria at 517 E. Park Ave in the 93454 area. Make a visit to see the current floorplan options. Enjoy a wide selection of amenities at this community. These include: convenient on-site parking options, smoke free options, and high-speed internet access. Start living the good life at Park Avenue Arms Apartments. Contact or drop by the leasing office to schedule your tour.

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1 Bed, 1 Bath Model
$1,900 1 Bed 1 Bath 800 Sq Ft
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2 Beds, 2 Baths Model
$2,300 2 Beds 2 Baths 900 Sq Ft
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1 Bed, 1 Bath Model
$1,900 1 Bed 1 Bath 800 Sq Ft
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2 Beds, 2 Baths Model
$2,300 2 Beds 2 Baths 900 Sq Ft
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* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $50
  • Dogs
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 1. Charged per pet.
      $300
    15 lbs. Weight Limit
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  • Cats
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 1. Charged per pet.
      $300
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Electricity
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer
  • Cable
  • Air Conditioning

Lease Options

  • 1 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1962
  • 68 units/2 stories

About Park Avenue Arms Apartments

Park Avenue Arms Apartments in Santa Maria is ready for you to visit. The address for this community is in Santa Maria at 517 E. Park Ave in the 93454 area. Make a visit to see the current floorplan options. Enjoy a wide selection of amenities at this community. These include: convenient on-site parking options, smoke free options, and high-speed internet access. Start living the good life at Park Avenue Arms Apartments. Contact or drop by the leasing office to schedule your tour.

Park Avenue Arms Apartments is an apartment community located in Santa Barbara County and the 93454 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Santa Maria-Bonita School District attendance zone.

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Community Amenities

  • Gated

Apartment Features

High Speed Internet Access

Refrigerator

Disposal

Smoke Free

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Disposal
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
Location
517 E Park Ave, Santa Maria,
CA 93454
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City - Santa Maria

Santa Maria sits at the geographic center of California's Central Coast, roughly halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, which gives it a quiet confidence that bigger cities tend to lose. As the largest city in Santa Barbara County by population, it carries real economic weight, anchored by agriculture, Vandenberg Space Force Base, and Allan Hancock College, a two-year institution that shapes much of the city's educational and arts identity. The Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts, based at the college, has launched professional careers for decades and draws audiences from well beyond city limits. Santa Maria officially holds the title of BBQ Capital of California, a distinction tied to the legendary Santa Maria-style barbecue tradition born here.

Neighborhoods range from the walkable streets near Downtown and Broadway to newer residential pockets around Enos Ranch and Betteravia, with the Orcutt district offering a more relaxed, small-town setting to the south.

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Amenities
  • Gated
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Disposal
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
Expenses
One-Time
Cat Deposit $300
Dog Deposit $300
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Electricity, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer, Cable, Air Conditioning Included
Office Hours
Monday By Appointment
Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday By Appointment
805-621-7094
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Hancock Coll., Santa Maria
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Hancock Coll., Lompoc Valley
Drive: 30 min 23.9 mi
Cal Poly
Drive: 43 min 34.2 mi
Cuesta Coll., San Luis Obispo
Drive: 49 min 38.4 mi
Park Avenue Arms Apartments is within 9 minutes or 0.5 mile from Hancock Coll., Santa Maria. It is also near Hancock Coll., Lompoc Valley and Cal Poly.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Grover Beach Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
368 Students
Nearby
Miller (Isaac) Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
883 Students
Attendance Zone
Mary Buren Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
738 Students
Nearby
Fesler (Isaac) Junior High School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
974 Students
Attendance Zone
Santa Maria High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
3,143 Students
Attendance Zone
St. Louis De Montfort Elementary
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
286 Students
Nearby
Fox Christian School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
St. Mary Of The Assumption School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
182 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Park Avenue Arms Apartments is near San Luis County Regional, located 26.4 miles or 38 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Guadalupe Amtrak Station
Drive: 15 min 9.6 mi
Grover Beach Amtrak
Drive: 26 min 19.3 mi
San Luis Obispo
Drive: 40 min 32.7 mi
Lompoc-Surf Amtrak
Drive: 52 min 36.2 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Luis County Regional
Drive: 38 min 26.4 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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79 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Park Avenue Arms Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
La Brea Plaza
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Santa Maria Town Center
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Broadway Plaza
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Park Avenue Arms Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
Waller County Park
Drive: 8 min 3.6 mi
Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes National Wildlife Refuge
Drive: 16 min 10.2 mi
Park Avenue Arms Apartments has 3 parks within 10.2 miles, including Santa Maria Valley Discovery Museum, Waller County Park, and Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes National Wildlife Refuge.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Marian Regional Medical Center
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Park Avenue Arms Apartments is 1.5 miles and a 3 minute drive from Marian Regional Medical Center.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Vandenberg Space Force Base
Drive: 46 min 25.6 mi
Camp San Luis Obispo Military Reservation
Drive: 55 min 40.0 mi
Park Avenue Arms Apartments is 25.6 miles from Vandenberg Space Force Base, and is convenient to other military bases, including Camp San Luis Obispo Military Reservation.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Park Avenue Arms Apartments have in-unit laundry?

Park Avenue Arms Apartments does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at Park Avenue Arms Apartments?

Select utilities are included in rent at Park Avenue Arms Apartments, including gas, water, electricity, heat, trash removal, sewer, cable, and air conditioning. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Park Avenue Arms Apartments?

Parking is available at Park Avenue Arms Apartments. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Park Avenue Arms Apartments has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,900/mo. to $2,300/mo.

Is Park Avenue Arms Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, Park Avenue Arms Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Park Avenue Arms Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,900 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $76,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Park Avenue Arms Apartments have move-in specials?

Park Avenue Arms Apartments is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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