
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hope Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (34 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hope area of Santa Barbara.


Shannon Apartments

Continental

3432 Richland Dr

3714 State St

4320 Modoc Rd

115 N La Cumbre Rd

619 N La Cumbre Rd
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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100 N La Cumbre Rd

Kimi Gardens

110 Wye Rd

3914 Via Lucero

163 N La Cumbre Rd

85 N La Cumbre Rd

Villa Caridad

Hope Ranch
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The Marc

La Colina Gardens

La Cumbre Plaza Apartments

St. Vincent's Gardens

Grace Village Apartments

Tori Fore

4005 Via Lucero

Verano Courtyard Apartments
How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Tori Apartments

Hope Gardens

3969 Via Lucero

El Patio Gardens Family Community

3963 Via Lucero

Avila

De La Vina Apartments

4002 Via Lucero
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Tori Tu

Tori Tre
Hope, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hope?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,131 | $3,650 | $4,495 |
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Cheapest Available Hope Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,037 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hope, CA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hope area is the $4.56 price per square foot 2 bed 1 bath Model at 110 Bodega Ln in the in the Upper State neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Hope apartment is the Plan 1B Model at Hope Ranch starting at $2,967 with a $4.56 price per square foot in the Upper State neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hope apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.56 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHope, Santa Barbara, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Expert Rental Resources
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.