
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Foothill Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (93 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Foothill area of Santa Barbara.


Villa Flores Apartments

1801 De La Vina St

1232 Laguna St

2130 Bath St

522-526 E Anapamu St

526 E Anapamu St

1223 Garden St

Diana Apartments

2717 De La Vina St
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2119 De La Vina St

1717 Chapala St

320 W Mission St

2015 Castillo St

23 W Mission St

Pedregosa Plaza

1315 Olive St

1620 Garden St

Shannon Apartments

Group North
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522 E Anapamu St

1821 De La Vina St

2945 De La Vina St

503 E Anapamu St

3714 State St

Continental

1226 Alta Vista Rd

610 Maple Ave

3432 Richland Dr

20 W Valerio St
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1805 Chapala St

501 E Micheltorena St

Downtown Duplex Santa Barbara

312-314 E Figueroa St

321 E Valerio St

Arrellaga Manor

2034 Bath St

1323 Olive St

115 N La Cumbre Rd

1921 Castillo St
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3453 Richland Dr

418 W Padre St

619 N La Cumbre Rd

Oak Terrace

2312 De La Vina St

319 Lloyd Ave

1015 Laguna St

515 E Arrellaga St

1923 De La Vina St

1024 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 Studio Apartments | $3,719 | $2,600 | $4,838 |
| Foothill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,907 | $2,450 | $3,750 |
| Foothill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,113 | $3,675 | $6,628 |
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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 $2,450. Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,686. 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 | $2,450 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,686 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,877 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Foothill, CA
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Foothill area is the $4.43 price per square foot Plan 1B Model at Hope Ranch in the in the Upper State neighborhood starting from $2,877. The second greatest value Foothill apartment is the 2301 De la Vina St Model at 2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c starting at $2,750 with a $4.58 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.43 |
| 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 | $4.08 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.03 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleFoothill, Santa Barbara, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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 $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.