Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foothill Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,335 (29 Rentals)

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2563 Treasure Dr, Unit A
$2,950
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Sep 1

2563 Treasure Dr, Unit A

2563 Treasure DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Tori Fore
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tori Fore

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

Park East Apartments

322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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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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551-555 W Pueblo St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

551-555 W Pueblo St

551-555 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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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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2102 Bath St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2102 Bath St

2102 Bath 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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2126 Castillo St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2126 Castillo St

2126 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

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Monterey Pines
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monterey Pines

101 Hitcock WaySanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Hope Ranch
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hope Ranch

3999 Via Lucero ViaSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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306-308
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

306-308

306-314 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Los Robles - Senior 55+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Los Robles - Senior 55+

1 El Vedado LnSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Foothill, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

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. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,007. Here are the most affordable Foothill apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,525
Hope RanchPlan 1B1BR,1BA$3,007
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Sunshine Plan2BR,2BA$3,428
1524 Garden St3BR Suite3BR,2BA$4,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foothill, CA

As of August 31, 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 The Sunshine Plan Model at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments starting at $3,428 with a $4.29 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1524 Garden St3BR Suite3BR,2BA$4.38
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Sunshine Plan2BR,2BA$4.29
Hope RanchPlan 1B1BR,1BA$4.63
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.21
2620 Tallant Rd, Unit Guest House2620 Tallant Rd1BR,1BA$6.50

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Foothill, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #11

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

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2.5
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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 $2,525 at Villa Flores Apartments.

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Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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