Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

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221 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
(844) 331-0230
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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
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $3,086-$4,569Pricing
  • 540–800Square 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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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $3,086 and having 540–800 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 1 Bedroom

    The Tide Plan

    From $3,086

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 575 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $3,086Available Now1112575
    $3,159Available Now3103575

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Balcony
    • Cable Ready
    • Handrails
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,086 - $4,569

    Current Available Pricing

    • $3,086 - $3,159

    Unit 1112 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,086

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,086 - $4,569

    Unit 3103 Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $3,159

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $3,086 - $4,569

    The Poppy Plan

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 540 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityThe Poppy Plan540 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
    Show Unavailable Floorplans
  • 2 Bedrooms

    The Sunshine Plan

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 800 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    Call for AvailabilityThe Sunshine Plan800 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Smoke Free
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Schedule a Tour

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

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Other Fees

Personal Add-Ons

Application Fee Per Applicant$35

Pet Policy and Fees

Dogs

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $50 Monthly Pet Rent

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $50 Monthly Pet Rent

Parking Info and Fees

Other

Features and Amenities

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
Google Map

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221 Hitchcock Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday10:00 am–5:00 pm
Saturday10:00 am–5:00 pm
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $3,086 to $3,159

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–5:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments Apartments are 0.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the North State area, and 0.3% more expensive than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the North State Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$3,086$3,091-$5-0.2%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Santa Barbara

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$3,086$3,076+$100.3%

    Methodology: On 09/06/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 126 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments (North State), and 341 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 09/06/2025

  • 55+ Active Adult 3.2

    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 3.2-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.
  • 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.
    Review from Apartments.com
  • GOOD

    August 13, 2015
    its nice but super small, and everyone over 80 and i am in my 60's
    Review from Apartments.com

Nearby Schools

Vieja Valley Elementary

Hope Elementary
434 Nogal Drive
Public School - Grades K-6 (300 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.4 miles away
8/10

La Colina Junior High

Santa Barbara Unified
4025 Foothill Road
Public School - Grades 7-8 (900 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.1 miles away
8/10
School data provided by GreatSchools.
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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.

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BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Santa Barbara Studio Apartments $2,909$2,100$3,800
Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments $3,076$1,285$5,600
Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments $4,470$1,285$10,000+
Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments $4,879$1,285$10,000+
Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments $3,420$1,320$6,300

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