Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North State Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (10 Rentals)

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Tori Fore
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tori Fore

3790 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Brentwood
Studio Apartments

Brentwood

1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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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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3450 Richland Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3450 Richland Dr

3450 Richland DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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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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Palm Gardens Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Gardens Apartments

1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2126 Castillo St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2126 Castillo St

2126 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

North State, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North State Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North State area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments priced from $3,744. La Colina Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $4,700. Here are the most affordable North State apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Sunshine Plan2BR,2BA$3,744
La Colina GardensUpgraded Townhome3BR,2BA$4,700
Ivy at Anapamu3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1BA$4,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North State, CA

As of June 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the North State area is the $2.93 price per square foot Upgraded Townhome Model at La Colina Gardens in the in the Foothill neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value North State apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu starting at $4,995 with a $4.34 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
La Colina GardensUpgraded Townhome3BR,2.5BA$2.93
Ivy at Anapamu3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$4.34
318 W Pedregosa St, Unit A318 W Pedregosa St2BR,2BA$3.73
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Sunshine Plan2BR,2BA$4.68
111 N La Cumbre Rd, Unit 6111 N La Cumbre Rd2BR,1BA$4.47

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North State, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #11

Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the North State Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

81 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

40 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North State 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 $3,744 at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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