
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North State Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (31 Rentals)
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3340 McCaw Ave, Unit McCaw Condo with Private Bedroom and Bathroom

2204 Parkway Dr

1523-1527 Chapala St

1418 Bath St

2620 Tallant Rd, Unit Guest House

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Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

323 W Islay St, Unit E

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1821 Chino St, Unit D

19 E Mission St

Tori Fore

Brentwood

De La Vina Apartments
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3450 Richland Dr

Verano Courtyard Apartments

551-555 W Pueblo St

3735 San Remo Dr

2102 Bath St

Mediterranean Apartments

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2126 Castillo St

114 W Calle Crespis Apartments

Monterey Pines

Palm Gardens Apartments

Ivy at Arrellaga

Hope Ranch

121 W Arrellaga St
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1033 W Micheltorena St

1212 W Micheltorena St

990 Miramonte Dr
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 Studio Apartments | $3,323 | $2,250 | $5,225 |
| North State 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,878 | $2,600 | $2,995 |
| North State 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,553 | $3,466 | $6,736 |
| North State 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,265 | $2,100 | $6,200 |
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Cheapest Available North State Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,874 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North State, CA
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the North State area is the $4.06 price per square foot 2Bed2Bath-A Model at The Messina in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $3,450. The second greatest value North State apartment is the 1821 Chino St Model at 1821 Chino St, Unit D starting at $2,975 with a $4.96 price per square foot in the Westside 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
| 1821 Chino St, Unit D | 1821 Chino St | 1BR,1BA | $4.96 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $4.98 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including North State, Santa Barbara, and the greater Santa Barbara area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
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 $2,861 at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North State Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North State is starting from $3,450 at The Messina.
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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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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.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.