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
$2,835-$4,299 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. We offer one and two-bedroom floor plans, outfitted with a range of exciting amenities, including a relaxing hot tub, a welcoming clubhouse, in-home features such as efficient appliances, and patios or balconies. Our beautiful senior apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA, near Old Mission Santa Barbara, are a fantastic place to call home. Whether you're looking for tranquil evenings or 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
Community Newsletter and Calendar
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
Whole Foods & La Cumbre Plaza
YMCA

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Property Contact Info

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Office Hours

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

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,835 and having 540–800 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms

The Tide Plan

From $2,835

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
$2,835	Available Now	5217	575	$1,500		View Details Below
$3,028	August 13, 2026	5117	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

$2,835 - $3,977

Current Available Pricing

$2,835 - $3,028

Unit 5217 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$2,835

Deposit

$1,500 deposit

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$2,835 - $3,977

Unit 5117 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$3,028

Deposit

$1,500 deposit

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$2,835 - $3,977

The Tide Plan - Floorplan 1

The Tide Plan - Floorplan 2

The Tide Plan - Floorplan 3

The Poppy Plan

From $2,836

1 Bed, 1 Bath, 540 sq ft

Available Now

Model Gallery

Floorplans

Availability Details

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft	Deposit	Property Map
$2,836	Available Now	5313	540	$1,500

Unit 5313 Amenities and Features

Features

High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free

Unit 5313 Rent and Fees

Unit Price

$2,836

Deposit

$1,500 deposit

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price Range

$2,836 - $3,648

The Poppy Plan - Floorplan 1

The Poppy Plan - Floorplan 2

The Poppy Plan - Floorplan 3

2 Bedrooms
The Sunshine Plan
From $3,327
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
$3,327 Available Now 3101 800 $2,000
Unit 3101 Gallery
Property Map
Unit 3101 Amenities and Features
Features
High Speed Internet Access
Smoke Free
Unit 3101 Rent and Fees
Unit Price
$3,327
Deposit
$2,000 deposit
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price Range
$3,327 - $4,299
Apartment Model: The Sunshine PlanFrom $3,3272 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 800 sq ftAvailable Now
The Sunshine Plan - Floorplan 1
The Sunshine Plan - Floorplan 2
The Sunshine Plan - Floorplan 3
Apartment Unit: 3101Apartment Model: The Sunshine Plan$3,3272 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 800 sq ftAvailable Now

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.

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

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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: Cat DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$500.00; Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo
Dog: Dog DepositiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$500.00; Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$50.00/mo

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
Community Newsletter and Calendar
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
Whole Foods & La Cumbre Plaza
YMCA

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

Ask About Our Amenities

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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 $2,835 to $3,327

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 9.9% cheaper than the average apartment in the North State area, and 11.8% 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 $2,835 $2,938 -$103 -3.5%
2 Bedroom $3,327 $3,974 -$647 -16.3%
Rent Comparison to the city of Santa Barbara
Floorplan Lowest Price Here City Average Rent Cost Difference %
1 Bedroom $2,835 $3,132 -$297 -9.5%
2 Bedroom $3,327 $3,874 -$547 -14.1%
Methodology: On 07/22/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 214 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments (North State), and 647 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 07/22/2026
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
- Window Coverings
- Recreation Room(s)
- High Ceilings
- Disposals
- Refrigerators
- Dishwashers
- Hi Speed Internet/Wi-Fi
- Handrails
- Whirlpool/Spa/Sauna
- Laundry Facilities
- Public Transportation
- Recycling
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Renters Reviews and Ratings

3.5

2 Renters Reviews

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hello

August 29, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com

my bldg in well located, nearby food stores, car wash, theatres, wish it had more sitting areas outside surrounding the buildings.

GOOD

August 13, 2015 - Review from Apartments.com

its nice but super small, and everyone over 80 and i am in my 60's

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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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
Santa Barbara Studio Apartments	$2,729	$1,535	$4,212
Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments	$3,132	$1,680	$5,950
Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments	$3,874	$1,330	$7,500
Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments	$5,346	$1,350	$10,000+
Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments	$8,462	$1,438	$10,000+

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