
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rutherford Park Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,335 (32 Rentals)
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2620 Tallant Rd, Unit Guest House

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2563 Treasure Dr, Unit A

3710 San Remo Dr

110 Bodega Ln

130 W Valerio St

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

Tori Fore
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3450 Richland Dr

Park East Apartments

551-555 W Pueblo St

3735 San Remo Dr

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2102 Bath St

152- 1825 Chapala LLC

2126 Castillo St

Mediterranean Apartments

Alta Vista Garden Apartments

114 W Calle Crespis Apartments

Monterey Pines

Palm Gardens Apartments
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1821 Chino St

Hope Ranch

Ivy at Carrillo

Rose Garden Apartments

314 W Mission St

418 E Sola St

2727 Miradero Dr
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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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,804 | $2,525 | $6,000 |
| Rutherford Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,751 | $3,250 | $4,875 |
| Rutherford Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,772 | $4,595 | $4,950 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rutherford Park Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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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 $2,525. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,007. 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 | $2,525 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3,007 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | 2BR,2BA | $3,428 |
| 1524 Garden St | 3BR Suite | 3BR,2BA | $4,600 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rutherford Park, CA
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rutherford Park area is the $4.38 price per square foot 3BR Suite Model at 1524 Garden St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,600. The second greatest value Rutherford Park apartment is the The Sunshine Plan Model at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments starting at $3,428 with a $4.29 price per square foot in the Upper State 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1524 Garden St | 3BR Suite | 3BR,2BA | $4.38 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | 2BR,2BA | $4.29 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.22 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $4.63 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| 2620 Tallant Rd, Unit Guest House | 2620 Tallant Rd | 1BR,1BA | $6.50 |
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Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California including Rutherford Park, Santa Barbara, and the greater Santa Barbara area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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 $2,525 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 $3,428 at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.
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