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Elements Apartments
3517 Mercury DrSanta Maria, CA 93455
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Chestnut Village
960 W Chestnut AveLompoc, CA 93436
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Windscape Village
1300 N L StLompoc, CA 93436
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Avenue Heights Apartments Building 1
82-90 2nd StBuellton, CA 93427
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Oceanwood Apartments
113 S U StLompoc, CA 93436
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6578 Trigo Rd
6578 Trigo RdGoleta, CA 93117
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Knollwood Meadows Apartments
4036 Cedarhurst DrSanta Maria, CA 93455
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Parke West Apartments
1060 Village DrOrcutt, CA 93455
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Bradley Garden Apartments
1055 Village DrOrcutt, CA 93455
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Skyview Apartments
910 Camino PescaderoGoleta, CA 93117
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6565 Segovia Rd
6565 Segovia RdGoleta, CA 93117
121 North N Street
LompocCA93436
7620 Hollister Ave
GoletaCA93117
424 S B St
LompocCA93436
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1495 Aarhus Dr
1495 Aarhus DrSolvang, CA 93463
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Copper Kettle Apartments
716 N G StLompoc, CA 93436
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Arbor Square Apartments
800 N G StLompoc, CA 93436
1108 W Hickory Ave
LompocCA93436
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Fiesta
416 W North AveLompoc, CA 93436
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Amberwood Apartments
1669 Maple AveSolvang, CA 93463
110 Centennial St
Los AlamosCA93440
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363 Palm Way
363 Palm WayBuellton, CA 93427
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2414 310 South H St
310 S H StLompoc, CA 93436
326 N K St
LompocCA93436
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551-555 W Pueblo St
551-555 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3735 San Remo Dr
3735 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
245 Alisal Rd
SolvangCA93463
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Parke Orcutt Apartments
3235 Orcutt RdOrcutt, CA 93455
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The Diplomat
325 Burton Mesa BlvdLompoc, CA 93436
515 S I St
LompocCA93436
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Santa Ynez, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Ynez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Ynez Studio Apartments | $2,233 | $1,542 | $3,295 |
| Santa Ynez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,696 | $1,687 | $5,950 |
| Santa Ynez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,664 | $1,337 | $6,470 |
| Santa Ynez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,584 | $1,357 | $6,415 |
| Santa Ynez 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,164 | $1,445 | $2,883 |
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Cheapest Available Santa Ynez Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Ynez, CA is a Studio unit found at Elements Apartments in the Santa Maria neighborhood priced from $1,795. Arbor Square Apartments in the The Courtyards at Briar Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Ynez apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Elements Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Arbor Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| 2414 310 South H St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Chestnut Village | 1 bed with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,885 |
| Windscape Village | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,932 |
| Bradley Garden Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Avenue Heights Apartments Building 1 | 1 Bedroom Apartments Available September 1st! S... | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Oak Park Apartments | Acorn | 2BR,1BA | $2,770 |
| The Diplomat | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ynez, CA and Nearby
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Ynez area is the $0.57 price per square foot 5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 10 Model at The Cove in the in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood starting from $1,510. The second greatest value Santa Ynez apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 2414 310 South H St starting at $1,850 with a $2.06 price per square foot in the The Courtyards at Briar Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Ynez apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cove | 5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 10 | 5BR,5.5BA | $0.57 |
| 2414 310 South H St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| The Diplomat | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Oak Park Apartments | Acorn | 2BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Arbor Square Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Windscape Village | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Chestnut Village | 1 bed with Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Tahitian Apartments | Tahitian 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Ynez Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Ynez Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Ynez Apartment is $1,850 at 2414 310 South H St.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Ynez is starting from $1,850 at Arbor Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Santa Ynez Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Santa Ynez Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bradley Garden Apartments and starts from $3,195.
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