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551-555 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel Air Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (44 Rentals)
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1714 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
3909 Maricopa Dr
Santa BarbaraCA93110
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2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c, Unit 2301 A delavina street c
2301 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
1021 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
3880 State St
Santa BarbaraCA93105
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Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments
221 Hitchcock WaySanta Barbara, CA 93105
338 Apple Grove Ln
Santa BarbaraCA93105
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609 W Junipero St
609 W Junipero StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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602 W Carrillo St, Unit B, Unit B
602 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Channel View Apartments
515 Red Rose LnSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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610 Kentia Ave
610 Kentia AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Sea Cliff Apartments
20-80 Oceano AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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110 Bodega Ln
110 Bodega LnSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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Tori Fore
3790 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Brentwood
1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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De La Vina Apartments
3754 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Park East Apartments
322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Verano Courtyard Apartments
249-311 Verano DrSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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3450 Richland Dr
3450 Richland DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3735 San Remo Dr
3735 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Arlington Village
1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2102 Bath St
2102 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Lis
1825 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Mediterranean Apartments
2400 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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2126 Castillo St
2126 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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203 Ladera St
203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Cliff House
1040 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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114 W Calle Crespis Apartments
114 W Calle CrespisSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Monterey Pines
3710-3735 Monterey Pines StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Palm Gardens Apartments
1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Arrellaga
714 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ocean View Apartments
505 Red Rose LnSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Hope Ranch
3999 Via Lucero ViaSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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Cabana Island View Apartments
2100 Red Rose WaySanta Barbara, CA 93109
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121 W Arrellaga St
121 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Coronel Apartments
555 Coronel PlSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Carrillo
520-536 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
328 W Pedregosa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Rose Garden Apartments
2953 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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314 W Mission St
306-314 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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201 Ladera St
201 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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The Messina
2541 Modoc RdSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Los Robles - Senior 55+
1 El Vedado LnSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Bel Air, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bel Air?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel Air Studio Apartments | $2,198 | $1,900 | $2,495 |
| Bel Air 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,631 | $2,750 | $5,700 |
| Bel Air 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,336 | $2,930 | $7,782 |
| Bel Air 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,425 | $4,850 | $10,000+ |
| Bel Air 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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Cheapest Available Bel Air Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bel Air area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hope Ranch priced from $2,509. Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,803. Here are the most affordable Bel Air apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,509 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,803 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,400 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,600 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 beds 2 bath Model | 2BR,2BA | $3,850 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $4,945 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, CA
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Air area is the $3.76 price per square foot 603 W Anapamu St Model at 603 W Anapamu St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,850. The second greatest value Bel Air apartment is the 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 2 starting at $6,300 with a $5.04 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel Air apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 603 W Anapamu St | 603 W Anapamu St | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.76 |
| 415 Rancheria St, Unit 2 | 415 Rancheria St | 4BR,1.5BA | $5.04 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $4.88 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.24 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 beds 2 bath Model | 2BR,2BA | $4.81 |
| 602 W Carrillo St, Unit B | 602 W Carrillo St | 2BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| 2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c | 2301 De la Vina St | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.41 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.87 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Fiesta - Female | 3BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bel Air Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bel Air Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bel Air Apartment is $2,509 at Hope Ranch.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bel Air Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bel Air is starting from $3,586 at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.
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