
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North State Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (24 Rentals)
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551-555 W Pueblo St

314 W Mission St

3909 Maricopa Dr

1021 San Andres St

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2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c

3880 State St

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments
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Brentwood

De La Vina Apartments

3450 Richland Dr

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3735 San Remo Dr

2102 Bath St

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Ivy at Arrellaga

Hope Ranch

121 W Arrellaga 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 Studio Apartments | $2,215 | $1,900 | $2,495 |
| North State 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,014 | $2,750 | $3,300 |
| North State 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,285 | $2,930 | $7,442 |
| North State 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,900 | $4,900 |
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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 Hope Ranch priced from $2,457. Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,821. Here are the most affordable North State apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,457 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,821 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,600 |
| 609 W Junipero St | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3,675 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 beds 2 bath Model | 2BR,2BA | $3,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North State, CA
As of April 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the North State 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 North State apartment is the 2Bed/2Bath Model at 609 W Junipero St starting at $3,675 with a $3.27 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Colina Gardens | Upgraded Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.06 |
| 609 W Junipero St | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $4.88 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.24 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 beds 2 bath Model | 2BR,2BA | $4.81 |
| 2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c | 2301 De la Vina St | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.49 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.76 |
| 2879 Exeter Pl, Unit Private Garden | 2879 Exeter Pl | 1BR,1BA | $6.00 |
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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 $2,449 at Hope Ranch.
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 $3,600 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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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