
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hitchcock Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (7 Rentals)
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Hitchcock, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hitchcock?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitchcock 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,213 | $1,285 | $4,500 |
| Hitchcock 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,548 | $1,285 | $5,483 |
| Hitchcock 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,991 | $1,285 | $4,795 |
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Cheapest Available Hitchcock Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hitchcock area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. 152- 1825 Chapala LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Hitchcock apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $2,477 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hitchcock, CA
As of November 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hitchcock area is the $2.86 price per square foot Flat Model at La Colina Gardens in the in the Foothill neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value Hitchcock apartment is the 2/2 Model at Los Robles - Senior 55+ starting at $3,900 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Upper State neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hitchcock apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Colina Gardens | Flat | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Los Robles - Senior 55+ | 2/2 | 1BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 521 E Arrellaga St, Unit 11 | 521 E Arrellaga St | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| Citywalk | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $5.56 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.42 |
| Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $4.81 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHitchcock, Santa Barbara, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
Our team is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central 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 filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Hitchcock Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
69 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
28 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hitchcock Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hitchcock?
The cheapest apartment in Hitchcock is The Arroyo House Student Living. which is listed at $1,285, while the average apartment in Hitchcock costs $3,895.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hitchcock?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Hitchcock that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hitchcock?
Cheap apartments in Hitchcock have an average cost of $503 which is $3,392 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hitchcock.
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