Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

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221 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

221 Hitchcock Way
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(844) 331-0230

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments in Santa Barbara, CA - Building Photo

Active Adult

1–2 Bedrooms
$2,735-$3,608 Pricing
540–800 Square Feet

About Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

Welcome to Rancho Franciscan Apartments, a community where your comfort and convenience take center stage. Outfitted with a range of exciting amenities, our beautiful retirement homes in Santa Barbara, CA, are a fantastic place to call home. Whether youre looking to have tranquil evenings or youre all about vibrant weekends, our homes brim with it all. Contact us to schedule a tour today.

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments is located in the North State Neighborhood and 93105 Zip code of Santa Barbara, CA. This community is professionally managed by The Towbes Group, Inc.

Unique Features and Amenities

BBQ/Picnic Area
Carpeting
COX Pre-Installed Wifi with 1st month free
Efficient Appliances
flex. FAQs
flex. Payments
Large Closets
Non-Smoking Community
Patio/Balcony
Smart Rent Touchless Control System
View
Wheelchair Access

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,735 and having 540–800 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms

The Poppy Plan

From $2,735

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 540 sq ft

Available Now

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Floorplans

Availability Details

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Deposit	Property Map	View Details
$2,735	Available Now	5114	540	$1,500		View Details Below
$2,764	Available Now	1106	540	$1,500		View Details Below
$2,774	Available Now	1203	540	$1,500		View Details Below

Model Amenities and Features

Features

High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$2,735 - $3,860

Current Available Pricing

$2,735 - $2,774

Unit 5114 Amenities and Features

Features

High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free

Unit 5114 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$2,735

Deposit

$1,500 deposit

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$2,735 - $3,860

Unit 1106 Amenities and Features

Features

High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free

Unit 1106 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$2,764

Deposit

$1,500 deposit

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$2,735 - $3,860

Unit 1203 Amenities and Features

Features

High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free

Unit 1203 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$2,774

Deposit

$1,500 deposit

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$2,735 - $3,860

The Poppy Plan - Floorplan 1

The Poppy Plan - Floorplan 2

The Poppy Plan - Floorplan 3

The Tide Plan

From $3,002

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 575 sq ft

Available Now

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Floorplans

Availability Details

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Deposit	Property Map	View Details
$3,002	Available Now	5217	575	$1,500		View Details Below
$3,145	April 30, 2026	5317	575	$1,500		View Details Below
$3,220	May 13, 2026	3103	575	$1,500		View Details Below

Model Amenities and Features

Features

Balcony
Cable Ready
Handrails
Wi-Fi

Kitchen

Dishwasher
Disposal
Refrigerator

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$3,002 - $4,510

Current Available Pricing

$3,002 - $3,220

Unit 5217 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$3,002

Deposit

$1,500 deposit

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$3,002 - $4,510

Unit 5317 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$3,145

Deposit

$1,500 deposit

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$3,002 - $4,510

Unit 3103 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$3,220

Deposit

$1,500 deposit

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$3,002 - $4,510

The Tide Plan - Floorplan 1

The Tide Plan - Floorplan 2

The Tide Plan - Floorplan 3

2 Bedrooms
The Sunshine Plan
From $3,482
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 800 sq ft
Available Now
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Floorplans
Availability Details
Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit Property Map View Details
$3,482 Available Now 3104 800 $2,000 View Details Below
$3,608 April 22, 2026 3112 800 $2,000 View Details Below
Model Amenities and Features
Features
High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$3,482 - $4,956
Current Available Pricing
$3,482 - $3,608
Unit 3104 Amenities and Features
Features
High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free
Unit 3104 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
$3,482
Deposit
$2,000 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$3,482 - $4,956
Unit 3112 Amenities and Features
Features
High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free
Unit 3112 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
$3,608
Deposit
$2,000 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$3,482 - $4,956
Apartment Model: The Sunshine PlanFrom $3,4822 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 800 sq ftAvailable Now
The Sunshine Plan - Floorplan 1
The Sunshine Plan - Floorplan 2
The Sunshine Plan - Floorplan 3
Apartment Unit: 3104Apartment Model: The Sunshine Plan$3,4822 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 800 sq ftAvailable Now
Apartment Unit: 3112Apartment Model: The Sunshine Plan$3,6082 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 800 sq ftAvailable April 22, 2026

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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Schedule a Tour

Call us at: (844) 331-0230 to schedule a tour.

Property Information

111 Units
3 Stories
Built in 1988

Lease Terms

3 - 12 mo

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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.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$35.00

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Pet Policies are Negotiable

Cat DepositiCharged per Pet.$500.00
Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
Dog DepositiCharged per Pet.$500.00
Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo

Pet Policy and Fees

Pet Policies are Negotiable

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.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

BBQ/Picnic Area
Carpeting
COX Pre-Installed Wifi with 1st month free
Efficient Appliances
flex. FAQs
flex. Payments
Large Closets
Non-Smoking Community
Patio/Balcony
Smart Rent Touchless Control System
View
Wheelchair Access

On-Site Services

Maintenance On Site
Planned Social Activities
Property Manager On Site
Recycling
Public Transportation
24 Hour Access
Laundry Facilities

Community Features

Elevator

Outdoor Features

Picnic Area

Recreation and Fitness

Spa

Interior Features

Balcony
Handrails
Cable Ready
Wi Fi

Kitchen Amenities

Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Disposal

Living Area Features

High Ceilings
Recreation Room
Window Coverings

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Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!

Currently Closed

By Appointment

Monday	10:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday	10:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday	10:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday	10:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday	10:00 am–4:00 pm
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

Where is Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments located?

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments is located at 221 Hitchcock Way near the North State area of Santa Barbara, CA

What is the current rent range at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments currently range from $2,735 to $3,608

When is the leasing office open?

The office Hours for Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments are
Monday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

Affordability Nice Value3.2
The Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments Apartments are 12.4% cheaper than the average apartment in the North State area, and 11.2% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.
Rent Comparison to the North State Neighborhood
Floorplan Lowest Price Here Neighborhood Avg Rent Nbhd Avg Rent Cost Difference %
1 Bedroom $2,735 $2,956 -$221 -7.5%
2 Bedroom $3,482 $4,209 -$727 -17.3%
Rent Comparison to the city of Santa Barbara
Floorplan Lowest Price Here City Average Rent Cost Difference %
1 Bedroom $2,735 $3,036 -$301 -9.9%
2 Bedroom $3,482 $3,980 -$498 -12.5%
Methodology: On 04/21/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 236 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments (North State), and 654 other apartment communities in Santa Barbara using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.
Rent Pricing Data as of 04/21/2026
55+ Active Adult 3.0
The Active Adult Lifestyle rating details how an apartment or home rental ranks in terms of amenities and community features that support the 55+ Active Adult Lifestyle.
Rating Factors
This 3.0-star 55+ Active Adult rating is based on the following features:
- Planned Social Activities
- Maintenance on site
- Elevator(s)
- Property Manager on Site
- Picnic Area
- Recycling
- Public Transportation
- Laundry Facilities
- Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
- Handrails
- Hi Speed Internet/Wi-Fi
- Dishwashers
- Refrigerators
- Disposals
- High Ceilings
- Recreation Room(s)
- Window Coverings
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

5.0

2 Renters Reviews

ⓘ How is this Rating Determined?The property ratings on ApartmentHomeLiving.com are created using a 5-star scale that includes average renter review scores combined with building ratings to determine an overall blended property score.

Building ratings are based on a community’s features, including the building design, construction, exterior spaces, and amenities. To learn more about the CoStar Building Rating System, refer to our official guidelines here.

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hello
August 29, 2015
my bldg in well located, nearby food stores, car wash, theatres, wish it had more sitting areas outside surrounding the buildings.
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GOOD
August 13, 2015
its nice but super small, and everyone over 80 and i am in my 60's
Review from Apartments.com

Points of Interest

Time and distance from Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.

Big Box and Retail

Macy's

3805 State St

1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

Target

3891 State St

1 minute drive / 0.6 miles away

Marshalls

900 State St

5 minute drive / 2.61 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Santa Barbara City College

721 Cliff Drive

7 minute drive / 3.33 miles away

University of California, Santa Barbara

5221 Cheadle Hall

14 minute drive / 6.86 miles away

Groceries

Whole Foods

3761 State St

1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away

Trader Joe's

3025 De La Vina St

1 minute drive / 0.64 miles away

Vons

1030-1040 Coast Village Rd

11 minute drive / 5.21 miles away

Hospitals

Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

400 West Pueblo

3 minute drive / 1.21 miles away

Santa Barbara County Psychiatric Health Facility

315 Camino Del Remedio

4 minute drive / 2.26 miles away

Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital

351 S Patterson Ave

8 minute drive / 3.97 miles away

Shopping Centers

Liebengood Professional Business Center

3601 State St

1 minute drive / 0.02 miles away

Ontare Plaza

3609-3631 State St

1 minute drive / 0.06 miles away

San Roque Plaza I

3435-3463 State St

1 minute drive / 0.1 miles away

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 0.2 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

North State

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Hitchcock

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Santa Barbara Studio Apartments	$2,996	$1,535	$5,596
Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments	$3,036	$1,625	$5,950
Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments	$3,980	$1,425	$7,500
Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments	$4,477	$1,250	$10,000+
Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments	$5,401	$1,100	$10,000+

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