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542 Daniel Dr #A

Santa Maria, CA 93454 - Santa Barbara County

House

1 bed

1 bath

650 sqft

No pets

In-unit laundry

About 542 Daniel Dr #A

Premium. 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom ADU in South-East Santa Maria. This unit features a private entrance, nicely sized living area, laminate flooring, modern cabinets and countertops, spacious bedroom, gardener, refrigerator, and washer & dryer are included.

Please Be Advised That There Will Be A $300/MONTH Flat Utility Fee.

This fee will cover the use of water, trash, electricity, natural gas, and Wi-Fi.

This unit is still occupied- please do not disturb the current tenant.

8 days on RentalSource

RentalSource last checked: 1 hour ago · Listing updated: November 5, 2026

Managed by 1st Choice Property Management · (805) 934-0011

Listing data quality - We review listings daily to detect outdated, duplicate, or misleading information.

Property Summary

Property Type:	House
Rental Fee:	$2,200
Bedrooms:	1 bed
Bathrooms:	1 bath
Size:	650 sqft

Pets:	No
Laundry:	In unit
Parking:	Inquire
Available:	December 1, 2026
ID:	84692276

Amenities

Water & Trash Included
Washer/Dryer In Unit
High-Speed Internet
Refrigerator
Vinyl/Laminate Floors

Leasing Information

Fees

Deposit $2,500 (mandatory, refundable, move-in).

Additional Details

This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom house at 542 Daniel Dr #A in Santa Maria, CA 93454 rents for $2,200 a month. It has 650 square feet. 542 Daniel Dr #A was advertised by 1st Choice Property Management on November 4, 2026.

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House for rent

$2,200

Deposit $2,500 · All fees

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