Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower State Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,600 (45 Rentals)

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$2,695 - $2,770

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510 Chapala St

Santa BarbaraCA93101

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Brentwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood

1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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405 Corona del Mar
1 Bedroom Apartments

405 Corona del Mar

405 Corona del MarSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Park East Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park East Apartments

322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Arlington Village
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arlington Village

1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2102 Bath St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2102 Bath St

2102 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Mediterranean Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mediterranean Apartments

2400 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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2126 Castillo St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2126 Castillo St

2126 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Lis
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lis

1825 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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203 Ladera St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

203 Ladera St

203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Cliff House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cliff House

1040 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Palm Gardens Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Gardens Apartments

1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Arrellaga
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy at Arrellaga

714 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ocean View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean View Apartments

505 Red Rose LnSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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121 W Arrellaga St
2 Bedroom Apartments

121 W Arrellaga St

121 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Coronel Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Coronel Apartments

555 Coronel PlSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Carrillo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy at Carrillo

520-536 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Soltara
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Soltara

27 E Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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1105 N Milpas St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1105 N Milpas St

1105 N Milpas StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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314 W Mission St
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

314 W Mission St

306-314 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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201 Ladera St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

201 Ladera St

201 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Los Robles - Senior 55+
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Los Robles - Senior 55+

1 El Vedado LnSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Natoma Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Natoma Apartments

218 Natoma AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Beachwalk
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Beachwalk

234 S Voluntario StSanta Barbara, CA 93103

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Lower State, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lower State Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower State area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,450. Alena on Haley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,200. Here are the most affordable Lower State apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,450
Alena on HaleyStudioStudio,1BA$3,200
Channel View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3,400
Plaza RivieraThe Classic Two2BR,2BA$4,195
800 Santa BarbaraOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4,500
1317 Punta Gorda StreetLuxury Townhome2BR,2BA$4,500
825 De la Vina StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$5,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower State, CA

As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower State area is the $3.76 price per square foot 603 W Anapamu St Model at 603 W Anapamu St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,850. The second greatest value Lower State apartment is the Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option Model at 800 Santa Barbara starting at $7,500 with a $6.70 price per square foot in the Upper State neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower State apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
603 W Anapamu St603 W Anapamu St3BR,2.5BA$3.76
800 Santa BarbaraTwo Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option2BR,2BA$6.70
1317 Punta Gorda StreetLuxury Townhome2BR,2.5BA$4.86
Plaza RivieraThe Classic Two2BR,2BA$4.85
602 W Carrillo St, Unit B602 W Carrillo St2BR,1BA$4.09
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.08
Channel View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$5.67
2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c2301 De la Vina St1BR,1BA$4.58
Alena on HaleyStudioStudio ,1BA$7.46
The Arroyo House Student Living.Fiesta - Female3BR,1BA$3.21

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Santa Barbara. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower State Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lower State?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lower State is at Alena on Haley listed at $3,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower State Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower State Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower State Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower State is starting from $4,195 at Plaza Riviera.

What is the most affordable Lower State Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Lower State Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alena on Haley and starts from $6,500.

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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