
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foothill Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (94 Rentals)
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La Colina Gardens

Villa Flores Apartments

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c

1801 De La Vina St

1232 Laguna St

2130 Bath St

Diana Apartments

522-526 E Anapamu St
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526 E Anapamu St

1223 Garden St

2119 De La Vina St

1717 Chapala St

2717 De La Vina St

320 W Mission St

2015 Castillo St

23 W Mission St

Pedregosa Plaza

1315 Olive St
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1620 Garden St

522 E Anapamu St

1821 De La Vina St

Shannon Apartments

Group North

2945 De La Vina St

503 E Anapamu St

3714 State St

Continental

1226 Alta Vista Rd
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610 Maple Ave

3432 Richland Dr

20 W Valerio St

1805 Chapala St

501 E Micheltorena St

Downtown Duplex Santa Barbara

312-314 E Figueroa St

1921 Castillo St

321 E Valerio St

Arrellaga Manor
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1323 Olive St

115 N La Cumbre Rd

2034 Bath St

3453 Richland Dr

Oak Terrace

2312 De La Vina St

619 N La Cumbre Rd

418 W Padre St

319 Lloyd Ave

1015 Laguna St
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Foothill, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Foothill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foothill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,897 | $2,450 | $3,900 |
| Foothill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,537 | $3,675 | $6,526 |
| Foothill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,600 | $4,500 | $4,700 |
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Cheapest Available Foothill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Foothill area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3735 San Remo Dr priced from $1,950. 152- 1825 Chapala LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Foothill apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3735 San Remo Dr | Legacy Trust | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,717 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,804 |
| 609 W Junipero St | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3,675 |
| Los Robles - Senior 55+ | 2/2 | 1BR,2BA | $3,900 |
| La Colina Gardens | Flat | 2BR,2BA | $4,000 |
| The Marc | Plan A2 | 2BR,2BA | $4,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foothill, CA
As of January 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Foothill area is the $2.86 price per square foot Flat Model at La Colina Gardens in the in the Foothill neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Foothill apartment is the 2/2 Model at Los Robles - Senior 55+ starting at $3,900 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Upper State neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Foothill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Colina Gardens | Flat | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Los Robles - Senior 55+ | 2/2 | 1BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 609 W Junipero St | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.83 |
| The Marc | Plan A2 | 2BR,2BA | $5.21 |
| 3735 San Remo Dr | Legacy Trust | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
| 2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c | 2301 De la Vina St | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.19 |
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Foothill Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Foothill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Foothill Apartment is $1,950 at 3735 San Remo Dr.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!