
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Santa Ynez, CA from $800 (14 Rentals)
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Copper Kettle Apartments

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Santa Ynez, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Ynez?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Santa Ynez Studio Apartments | $1,945 | $1,617 | $2,100 |
Santa Ynez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,364 | $1,285 | $5,500 |
Santa Ynez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,860 | $1,285 | $10,000+ |
Santa Ynez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,525 | $1,250 | $6,025 |
Santa Ynez 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,100 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Santa Ynez Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Santa Ynez, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. in the Downtown Santa Barbara neighborhood priced from $1,285. Copper Kettle Apartments in the The Courtyards at Briar Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. 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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The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
Copper Kettle Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Arbor Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,574 |
Fiesta | Loft Unit | Studio,1BA | $1,617 |
Windscape Village | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,745 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ynez, CA and Nearby
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Santa Ynez area is the $2.93 price per square foot Upgraded Townhome Model at La Colina Gardens in the in the Foothill neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value Santa Ynez apartment is the Walnut Model at Oak Park Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the Outer Lompoc Santa Ynez 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. |
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La Colina Gardens | Upgraded Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.93 |
Oak Park Apartments | Walnut | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
Bradley Garden Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
310 S H St. Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Windscape Village | Two Bed/Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
Chestnut Village | 1 bed with Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Oceanwood Apartments | The Blossom | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
Arbor Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
Copper Kettle Apartments | 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
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Getting Around Santa Ynez, CA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Ynez Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Santa Ynez?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Santa Ynez is at Fiesta listed at $1,617.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Ynez Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Ynez Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Santa Ynez Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Santa Ynez is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable Santa Ynez Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Santa Ynez Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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