
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hidden Valley Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (35 Rentals)
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1714 San Andres St

2620 Tallant Rd, Unit Guest House, Unit Guest House

1418 Bath St

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

338 Apple Grove Ln

609 W Junipero St

Channel View Apartments
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118 W Pedregosa St

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610 Kentia Ave

110 Bodega Ln

Tori Fore

De La Vina Apartments

3450 Richland Dr

Verano Courtyard Apartments

3735 San Remo Dr
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2102 Bath St

721 Eucalyptus Ave

Lis

2126 Castillo St

Mediterranean Apartments

114 W Calle Crespis Apartments

Monterey Pines

Ivy at Arrellaga
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Palm Gardens Apartments

Hope Ranch

4555 Oak Glen Dr

Ocean View Apartments

Cabana Island View Apartments

121 W Arrellaga St

328 W Pedregosa St

Rose Garden Apartments
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314 W Mission St

The Messina

Los Robles - Senior 55+
Hidden Valley, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hidden Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Valley Studio Apartments | $3,231 | $1,900 | $5,593 |
| Hidden Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,082 | $2,600 | $3,500 |
| Hidden Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,186 | $2,930 | $6,605 |
| Hidden Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,900 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available Hidden Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hidden Valley area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hope Ranch priced from $2,459. Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,719. Here are the most affordable Hidden Valley apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,459 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,719 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,400 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,450 |
| La Colina Gardens | Upgraded Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $4,900 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $5,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hidden Valley, CA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hidden Valley area is the $3.06 price per square foot Upgraded Townhome Model at La Colina Gardens in the in the Foothill neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value Hidden Valley apartment is the Plan 3A Model at The Marc starting at $5,195 with a $5.12 price per square foot in the Upper State neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hidden Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Colina Gardens | Upgraded Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.06 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $5.12 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.67 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.04 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.77 |
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hidden Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hidden Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hidden Valley Apartment is $2,459 at Hope Ranch.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hidden Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hidden Valley is starting from $3,443 at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.
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