Studio Apartments for Rent in Santa, CA (16 Rentals)

Avel Apartment Homes

Vita Apartment Homes

888 on Main
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CAMEO

Eleven 10

Fairhaven Village
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Alders Apartment Company

Metro East Senior Park 62+

13021 Sandra Pl

The Village Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Studio Apartments | $2,660 | $1,587 | $6,641 |
| Santa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,660 | $1,689 | $4,737 |
| Santa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,266 | $2,009 | $9,499 |
| Santa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,146 | $3,395 | $4,517 |
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Largest Available Santa and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Santa, CA is found at Vita Apartment Homes in the Old Towne neighborhood and is 598 square feet priced from $2,440. Avel Apartment Homes has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 598 square feet and currently listed start at $2,565. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Santa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vita Apartment Homes | S1 | 598 Sq Ft | $2,440 |
| Avel Apartment Homes | S1 | 598 Sq Ft | $2,565 |
| Park on First | S1 | 576 Sq Ft | $2,667 |
| Eleven 10 | S2 | 575 Sq Ft | $2,596 |
| Alders Apartment Company | Studio - ALL UTL'S INCLUDED | 550 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
Cheapest Available Santa and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of January 11, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Santa, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,800 at The Regent in the Bristol neighborhood. The second most affordable Santa Studio is the S2 Model at 888 on Main starting at $1,886 in the Downtown Historic District neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Santa is currently $2,660. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Santa:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Regent | Studio | $1,800 |
| 888 on Main | S2 | $1,886 |
| Fairhaven Village | Studio | $1,975 |
| Alders Apartment Company | Studio - ALL UTL'S INCLUDED | $2,100 |
| Vita Apartment Homes | S1 | $2,440 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Santa Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Santa with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Santa is at The Regent listed at $1,800.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Santa Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Santa is $2,660.
What is the largest available Studio Santa Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Santa is a 598 square feet unit starting from $2,440 at Vita Apartment Homes.
What is the average size for Santa Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Santa is currently 300 sq ft.
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