
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rutherford Park Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (35 Rentals)
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3340 McCaw Ave, Unit McCaw Condo with Private Bedroom and Bathroom

Villa Flores Apartments

B

510 Chapala St

Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments

323 W Islay St, Unit E

19 E Mission St
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226 W De la Guerra St

1811 Loma St

609 W Junipero St

Tori Fore

Brentwood

De La Vina Apartments

Verano Courtyard Apartments

Park East Apartments
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3450 Richland Dr

551-555 W Pueblo St

3735 San Remo Dr

Arlington Village

2102 Bath St

2126 Castillo St

Mediterranean Apartments

Lis
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Alta Vista Garden Apartments

114 W Calle Crespis Apartments

Monterey Pines

Ivy at Arrellaga

Palm Gardens Apartments

Hope Ranch

121 W Arrellaga St

Ivy at Carrillo
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Rose Garden Apartments

314 W Mission St

The Messina
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 | $2,850 | $2,850 | $2,850 |
| Rutherford Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,578 | $2,525 | $5,950 |
| Rutherford Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,978 | $3,500 | $7,500 |
| Rutherford Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,850 | $4,600 | $5,000 |
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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 $2,525. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,529. 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 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2,529 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,912 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,450 |
| The Marc | Plan A2 | 2BR,2BA | $4,299 |
| 1524 Garden St | 3BR Suite | 3BR,2BA | $4,600 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Larger One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,000 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rutherford Park, CA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rutherford Park area is the $3.88 price per square foot 605 W Anapamu St Model at 605 W Anapamu St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value Rutherford Park apartment is the Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option Model at 800 Santa Barbara starting at $7,500 with a $6.70 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 605 W Anapamu St | 605 W Anapamu St | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.88 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| 1524 Garden St | 3BR Suite | 3BR,2BA | $4.38 |
| 328 East Carrillo Street, Unit #D | 328 East Carrillo Street | 2BR,2BA | $5.00 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
| The Marc | Plan A2 | 2BR,2BA | $5.09 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.95 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.52 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $5.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRutherford Park, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #29
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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 $2,525 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 $3,450 at The Messina.
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