
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foothill Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (94 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Foothill area of Santa Barbara.


La Colina Gardens

Villa Flores Apartments

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

521 E Arrellaga St, Unit 11
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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 | $2,922 | $2,450 | $3,900 |
| Foothill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $3,600 | $5,519 |
| Foothill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,697 | $4,500 | $4,795 |
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There are currently 94 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Foothill Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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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 Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,120. 152- 1825 Chapala LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Foothill apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Hope Ranch | Continental | 1BR,1BA | $2,667 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,849 |
| Los Robles - Senior 55+ | 2/2 | 1BR,2BA | $3,900 |
| La Colina Gardens | Flat | 2BR,2BA | $4,000 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $5,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foothill, CA
As of November 24, 2025 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 |
| 521 E Arrellaga St, Unit 11 | 521 E Arrellaga St | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $5.12 |
| Hope Ranch | Continental | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.24 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States, including Santa Barbara. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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 $2,120 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Foothill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Foothill is starting from $4,000 at La Colina Gardens.
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