
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Samarkand Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,900 (8 Rentals)
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2879 Exeter Pl, Unit Private Garden

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

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Samarkand, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Samarkand?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samarkand Studio Apartments | $4,031 | $3,200 | $4,838 |
| Samarkand 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,350 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
| Samarkand 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,114 | $3,395 | $7,500 |
| Samarkand 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,933 | $4,600 | $7,550 |
| Samarkand 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Samarkand Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheapest Available Samarkand Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Samarkand area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,450. Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,717. Here are the most affordable Samarkand apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,717 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Samarkand, CA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Samarkand area is the $6.70 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option Model at 800 Santa Barbara in the in the Upper State neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Samarkand apartment is the 214 W De la Guerra St Model at 214 W De la Guerra St, Unit 214 w. De La Guerra St starting at $3,395 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Samarkand apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| 214 W De la Guerra St, Unit 214 w. De La Guerra St | 214 W De la Guerra St | 2BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.67 |
| 1821 Chino St, Unit D | 1821 Chino St | 1BR,1BA | $4.96 |
| 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 | $5.09 |
| 2879 Exeter Pl, Unit Private Garden | 2879 Exeter Pl | 1BR,1BA | $5.40 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.46 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Fiesta - Female | 3BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSamarkand, Santa Barbara, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Samarkand Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Samarkand Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Samarkand Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Samarkand Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Samarkand is starting from $4,850 at Alena on Haley.
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