1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ballard, CA (44 Rentals)

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Valley Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Gardens

2950 Mission DrSolvang, CA 93463
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363 Palm Way
1 Bedroom Apartments

363 Palm Way

363 Palm WayBuellton, CA 93427
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6545 Trigo RdIsla Vista, CA 93117
Student Housing
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The Diplomat
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Diplomat

325 Burton Mesa BlvdLompoc, CA 93436
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Hope Ranch
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hope Ranch

3999 Via Lucero ViaSanta Barbara, CA 93110

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The Wave
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Wave

6679 Abrego RdGoleta, CA 93117
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Golden Inn & Village
1 Bedroom Apartments

Golden Inn & Village

860 N Refugio RdSanta Ynez, CA 93460
Senior Living
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The Marc
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Marc

3885 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
Corporate Housing

Ballard, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Ballard and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ballard, CA is found at Los Robles - Senior 55+ in the Upper State neighborhood and is 1,320 square feet priced from $3,900. Willow Springs in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 744 square feet and currently listed start at $3,271. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ballard:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Los Robles - Senior 55+2/21,320 Sq Ft$3,900
Willow SpringsOjai744 Sq Ft$3,271
Parke Orcutt Apartments1 Bedroom715 Sq Ft$2,295
Hollister VillagePlan A10691 Sq Ft$3,995
Windscape VillageOne Bed/One Bath688 Sq Ft$1,898
Pacific OaksKoi670 Sq Ft$2,851
Encina MeadowsHummingbird662 Sq Ft$2,943
Chestnut Village1 bed with Den660 Sq Ft$1,850
Bradley Garden ApartmentsPlan A651 Sq Ft$2,250
Oceanwood ApartmentsThe Blossom650 Sq Ft$2,042

Cheapest Available Ballard and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of December 01, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ballard, CA is the 1 bed Model starting from $1,550 at Copper Kettle Apartments in the The Courtyards at Briar Creek neighborhood. The second most affordable Ballard 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Arbor Square Apartments starting at $1,650 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ballard is currently $2,612. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ballard:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Copper Kettle Apartments1 bed$1,550
Arbor Square Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom$1,650
Chestnut Village1 bed with Den$1,850
Windscape VillageOne Bed/One Bath$1,898
Oceanwood ApartmentsThe Blossom$2,042
Knollwood Meadows ApartmentsFlora$2,217
Bradley Garden ApartmentsPlan A$2,250
Parke Orcutt Apartments1 Bedroom$2,295
Hope RanchContinental$2,667
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Poppy Plan$2,814

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Getting Around Ballard, CA

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13 / 100

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35 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Ballard Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Ballard with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Ballard is at Copper Kettle Apartments listed at $1,550.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ballard Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ballard is $2,612.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ballard Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ballard is a 1,320 square feet unit starting from $3,900 at Los Robles - Senior 55+.

What is the average size for Ballard 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ballard is currently 700 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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