Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel Air Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (16 Rentals)

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Tori Fore
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tori Fore

3790 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Brentwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood

1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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De La Vina Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

De La Vina Apartments

3754 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3450 Richland Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3450 Richland Dr

3450 Richland DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Park East Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park East Apartments

322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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3735 San Remo Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3735 San Remo Dr

3735 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Arlington Village
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arlington Village

1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2102 Bath St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2102 Bath St

2102 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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2126 Castillo St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2126 Castillo St

2126 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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152- 1825 Chapala LLC
1 Bedroom Apartments

152- 1825 Chapala LLC

1825 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Mediterranean Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mediterranean Apartments

2400 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Bel Air, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bel Air Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bel Air area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,837. Here are the most affordable Bel Air apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Arroyo House Student Living.Old Mesa3BR,1BA$1,285
Hope RanchPlan 1B1BR,1BA$2,837
Channel View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3,400
Sea Cliff Apartments1x1 727 sqft1BR,1BA$3,600
609 W Junipero St2Bed/2Bath2BR,2BA$3,675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel Air, CA

As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel Air area is the $5.04 price per square foot 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 2 in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $6,300. The second greatest value Bel Air apartment is the 2Bed/2Bath Model at 609 W Junipero St starting at $3,675 with a $3.27 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
415 Rancheria St, Unit 2415 Rancheria St4BR,1.5BA$5.04
609 W Junipero St2Bed/2Bath2BR,2BA$3.27
The MarcPlan 3A3BR,2BA$4.83
602 W Carrillo St, Unit B602 W Carrillo St2BR,1BA$4.44
110 Bodega Ln2 beds 2 bath Model2BR,2BA$4.75
Sea Cliff Apartments1x1 727 sqft1BR,1BA$4.95
Hope RanchPlan 1B1BR,1BA$4.36
Channel View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.67
2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c2301 De la Vina St1BR,1BA$4.58
The Arroyo House Student Living.Foothill1BR,1BA$3.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bel Air, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #32

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across California including Bel Air, Santa Barbara, and the greater Santa Barbara area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..

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 $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.