
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foothill Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (24 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Foothill area of Santa Barbara.


3340 McCaw Ave, Unit McCaw Condo with Private Bedroom and Bathroom

Villa Flores Apartments

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

19 E Mission St

1811 Loma St

110 Bodega Ln

609 W Junipero St
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De La Vina Apartments

Verano Courtyard Apartments

Park East Apartments

3450 Richland Dr

551-555 W Pueblo St

3735 San Remo Dr

2102 Bath St
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2126 Castillo St

Lis

Mediterranean Apartments

114 W Calle Crespis Apartments

Monterey Pines

Hope Ranch

Rose Garden Apartments

314 W Mission 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 | $2,988 | $2,525 | $3,395 |
| Foothill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,045 | $3,500 | $4,875 |
| Foothill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,775 | $4,600 | $4,950 |
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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 $2,525. Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,816. 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 | $2,525 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,816 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,997 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,650 |
| The Marc | Plan A2 | 2BR,2BA | $4,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foothill, CA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Foothill area is the $4.38 price per square foot 3BR Suite Model at 1524 Garden St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,600. The second greatest value Foothill apartment is the Plan A2 Model at The Marc starting at $4,299 with a $5.09 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1524 Garden St | 3BR Suite | 3BR,2BA | $4.38 |
| The Marc | Plan A2 | 2BR,2BA | $5.09 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.33 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFoothill, Santa Barbara, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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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 $2,525 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 $3,308 at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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