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2660 Santa Maria WaySanta Maria, CA 93455
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The Arroyo House Student Living.
543 1/2 Arroyo AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Villa del Sol Senior Apts 55+
1311 W Battles RdSanta Maria, CA 93458
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3517 Mercury DrSanta Maria, CA 93455
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Santa Barbara County, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Barbara County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara County Studio Apartments | $2,170 | $950 | $4,200 |
| Santa Barbara County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,754 | $1,285 | $6,382 |
| Santa Barbara County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,174 | $1,190 | $7,500 |
| Santa Barbara County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,863 | $1,285 | $10,000+ |
| Santa Barbara County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $1,320 | $6,300 |
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Cheapest Available Santa Barbara County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Barbara County, CA is a Studio unit found at Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ in the Harvest Glen neighborhood priced from $950. The Arroyo House Student Living. in the Downtown Santa Barbara neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,285. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Barbara County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| La Vista | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,488 |
| Copper Kettle Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Fiesta | Loft Unit | Studio,1BA | $1,693 |
| Elements Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| 310 S H St. Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Sierra Sands | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,820 |
| Gateway Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,835 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara County, CA
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Barbara County area is the $2.51 price per square foot 3x2 Mahogany Finish Model at St Claire in the in the Harvest Glen neighborhood starting from $3,149. The second greatest value Santa Barbara County apartment is the 2/2 Model at La Plaza Villas starting at $2,395 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the Arroyo Grande Nipomo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Barbara County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| St Claire | 3x2 Mahogany Finish | 3BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| La Plaza Villas | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| Sierra Sands | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Bradley Garden Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| 130 N G St, Unit A | 130 N G St | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 310 S H St. Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Copper Kettle Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Santa Maria Studios - Seniors 55+ | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Barbara County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Santa Barbara County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Santa Barbara County is under $1,835.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Barbara County?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Barbara County is The Arroyo House Student Living. which is listed at $1,285, while the average apartment in Santa Barbara County costs $19,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Barbara County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 52 regular apartments in Santa Barbara County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Santa Barbara County?
Cheap apartments in Santa Barbara County have an average cost of $655 which is $18,345 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Santa Barbara County.
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