
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North State Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the North State area of Santa Barbara.


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3735 San Remo Dr

2102 Bath St

152- 1825 Chapala LLC

2126 Castillo St

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North State, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North State?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North State 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,198 | $2,750 | $3,900 |
| North State 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,827 | $3,295 | $4,000 |
| North State 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $4,200 | $4,700 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North State Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheapest Available North State Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North State area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3735 San Remo Dr priced from $1,950. 152- 1825 Chapala LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable North State apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3735 San Remo Dr | Legacy Trust | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,717 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North State, CA
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the North State 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 North State 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 North State 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 |
| 123 Arboleda Rd, Unit Hope Ranch Annex - Unit A | 123 Arboleda Rd | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.24 |
| 3735 San Remo Dr | Legacy Trust | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| 3733 Fortunato Way, Unit A | 3733 Fortunato Way | 1BR,1BA | $5.29 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
| The Marc | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $5.75 |
| 2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c | 2301 De la Vina St | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North State Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North State Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North State Apartment is $1,950 at 3735 San Remo Dr.
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