
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rutherford Park Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (38 Rentals)
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1714 San Andres St

Villa Flores Apartments

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

510 Chapala St

3880 State St

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

338 Apple Grove Ln

609 W Junipero St
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602 W Carrillo St, Unit B, Unit B

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610 Kentia Ave

110 Bodega Ln

Tori Fore

Brentwood

De La Vina Apartments

Verano Courtyard Apartments

Park East Apartments

3450 Richland Dr
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3735 San Remo Dr

Arlington Village

2102 Bath St

2126 Castillo St

Mediterranean Apartments

Lis

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114 W Calle Crespis Apartments

Monterey Pines
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Ivy at Arrellaga

Palm Gardens Apartments

Hope Ranch

121 W Arrellaga St

Ivy at Carrillo

328 W Pedregosa St

4126 Foothill Rd

Rose Garden Apartments

314 W Mission St
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The Messina

Los Robles - Senior 55+
Rutherford Park, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rutherford Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutherford Park Studio Apartments | $2,290 | $1,900 | $2,770 |
| Rutherford Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,658 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
| Rutherford Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,586 | $2,930 | $7,910 |
| Rutherford Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,250 | $4,850 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Rutherford Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rutherford Park area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,450. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,499. Here are the most affordable Rutherford Park apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,803 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,600 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,500 |
| La Colina Gardens | Upgraded Townhome | 3BR,2BA | $4,900 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $4,945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rutherford Park, CA
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rutherford Park 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 Rutherford Park apartment is the 603 W Anapamu St Model at 603 W Anapamu St starting at $4,850 with a $3.76 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rutherford Park 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 |
| 603 W Anapamu St | 603 W Anapamu St | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.76 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $4.88 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.24 |
| 602 W Carrillo St, Unit B | 602 W Carrillo St | 2BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| 2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c | 2301 De la Vina St | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.38 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $4.85 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rutherford Park Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rutherford Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rutherford Park Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rutherford Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rutherford Park is starting from $3,586 at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Rutherford Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rutherford Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Colina Gardens and starts from $4,900.
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