Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foothill Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (10 Rentals)
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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 |
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Foothill Studio Apartments | $2,375 | $2,375 | $2,375 |
Foothill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,091 | $2,600 | $4,000 |
Foothill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,573 | $4,000 | $6,172 |
Foothill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,865 | $4,700 | $4,995 |
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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 $2,400. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,519. Here are the most affordable Foothill apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $2,519 |
Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $3,113 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foothill, CA
As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Foothill area is the $2.93 price per square foot Upgraded Townhome Model at La Colina Gardens in the in the Foothill neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value Foothill apartment is the 521 E Arrellaga St Model at 521 E Arrellaga St, Unit 2 starting at $4,200 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the Westside 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. |
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La Colina Gardens | Upgraded Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.93 |
521 E Arrellaga St, Unit 2 | 521 E Arrellaga St | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
2727 Miradero Dr, Unit 204 | 2727 Miradero Dr | 3BR,2BA | $3.42 |
Los Robles - Senior 55+ | 2/2 | 1BR,2BA | $2.91 |
609 W Junipero St | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.55 |
3067 Lucinda Ln, Unit Upstairs Duplex | 3067 Lucinda Ln | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.41 |
Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $4.89 |
111 N La Cumbre Rd, Unit 4 | 111 N La Cumbre Rd | Studio ,1BA | $5.28 |
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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 $2,400 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the most affordable Foothill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Foothill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Colina Gardens and starts from $4,700.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

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

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.