Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hope Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (35 Rentals)

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3714 State St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

3714 State St

3714 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3432 Richland Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3432 Richland Dr

3432 Richland DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Shannon Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shannon Apartments

3960 Via LuceroSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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Continental
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Continental

3968-3974 Via LuceroSanta Barbara, CA 93110

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619 N La Cumbre Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

619 N La Cumbre Rd

619 N La Cumbre RdSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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4320 Modoc Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

4320 Modoc Rd

4320 Modoc RdSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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110 Wye Rd
Studio Apartments

110 Wye Rd

110 Wye RdSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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Kimi Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kimi Gardens

111 N La Cumbre RdSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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3914 Via Lucero
Studio Apartments

3914 Via Lucero

3914 Via LuceroSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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85 N La Cumbre Rd
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

85 N La Cumbre Rd

85 N La Cumbre RdSanta Barbara, CA 93110

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Villa Caridad
1 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Caridad

4202 Calle RealSanta Barbara, CA 93110
Senior Living
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Hope Ranch
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hope Ranch

3999 Via Lucero ViaSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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The Marc
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Marc

3885 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
Corporate Housing
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Tori Fore
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tori Fore

3790 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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4005 Via Lucero
Studio Apartments

4005 Via Lucero

4005 Via LuceroSanta Barbara, CA 93110

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Tori Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tori Apartments

3755 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Hope Gardens
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hope Gardens

102 N Hope AveSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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3969 Via Lucero
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3969 Via Lucero

3969 Via LuceroSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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3963 Via Lucero
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3963 Via Lucero

3963 Via LuceroSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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Avila
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avila

3930 Via LuceroSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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De La Vina Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

De La Vina Apartments

3754 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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4002 Via Lucero
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4002 Via Lucero

4002 Via LuceroSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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Tori Tu
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tori Tu

3776 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Tori Tre
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tori Tre

3784 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Hope, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hope Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hope area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments priced from $2,671. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,717. Here are the most affordable Hope apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Poppy Plan1BR,1BA$2,671
Hope RanchPlan 1B1BR,1BA$2,717
La Colina GardensUpgraded Townhome3BR,2BA$4,900
The MarcPlan 3A3BR,2BA$5,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hope, CA

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hope 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 Hope 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 Hope apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
La Colina GardensUpgraded Townhome3BR,2.5BA$3.06
The MarcPlan 3A3BR,2BA$5.12
Hope RanchPlan 1B1BR,1BA$4.18
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Tide Plan1BR,1BA$5.01

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Hope, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #3

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hope Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hope Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hope Apartment is $2,671 at Rancho Franciscan Senior 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.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.