
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Hidden Valley Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,800 (5 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Hidden Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Valley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,499 | $3,750 | $9,850 |
| Hidden Valley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,257 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Hidden Valley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,000 | $7,200 | $10,000+ |
| Hidden Valley 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,916 | $8,750 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hidden Valley Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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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 Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments priced from $2,747. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,967. Here are the most affordable Hidden Valley apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,747 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,967 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hidden Valley, CA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hidden Valley area is the $4.06 price per square foot 2Bed2Bath-A Model at The Messina in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value Hidden Valley apartment is the 124 W Pedregosa St Model at 124 W Pedregosa St, Unit 1 starting at $3,850 with a $4.58 price per square foot in the Westside 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
| 124 W Pedregosa St, Unit 1 | 124 W Pedregosa St | 2BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| The Marc | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $5.72 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.67 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hidden Valley
What type of rentals are currently available in Hidden Valley?
There are currently 251 Apartments for Rent in Hidden Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,839 to $4,875. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hidden Valley ranging from $1,800 to $35,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hidden Valley?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hidden Valley ranges from $1,800 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,300.
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