
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Santa Ynez, CA from $800 (27 Rentals)
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Chestnut Village

530 2nd Pl

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Windscape Village

Oceanwood Apartments

530 2nd Pl, Unit B
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6578 Trigo Rd

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Skyview Apartments

6565 Segovia Rd

6656 Picasso Rd
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1495 Aarhus Dr

Copper Kettle Apartments

Arbor Square Apartments

1108 W Hickory Ave

Fiesta

Amberwood Apartments
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632 University Dr

363 Palm Way

310 S H St. Apartments

1101 W Oak Ave

551-555 W Pueblo St

3735 San Remo Dr
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The Diplomat

Parke Orcutt Apartments

515 S I St
Santa Ynez, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Ynez?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Ynez Studio Apartments | $2,286 | $1,542 | $4,000 |
| Santa Ynez 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,780 | $1,687 | $6,000 |
| Santa Ynez 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,087 | $1,337 | $6,640 |
| Santa Ynez 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,593 | $1,357 | $6,025 |
| 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 1 Bed unit found at Arbor Square Apartments in the The Courtyards at Briar Creek neighborhood priced from $1,650. Fiesta in the The Courtyards at Briar Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,678. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Santa Ynez apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Fiesta | Loft Unit | Studio,1BA | $1,678 |
| Elements Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Windscape Village | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,915 |
| 6578 Trigo Rd | Unit F | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| Skyview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 6565 Segovia Rd | Unit 6 | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 6656 Picasso Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Parke West Apartments | 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Ynez, CA and Nearby
As of July 25, 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 Plan C Model at Bradley Garden Apartments starting at $2,795 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the Santa Maria 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 |
| Bradley Garden Apartments | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Parke West Apartments | 2bd/1ba | 2BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Oak Park Apartments | Acorn | 2BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Windscape Village | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Arbor Square Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| Tahitian Apartments | Tahitian 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Fiesta | Loft Unit | Studio ,1BA | $3.39 |
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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 $1,678.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Ynez Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Santa Ynez Apartment is $1,650 at Arbor Square Apartments.
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 $1,850 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 1524 Garden St and starts from $4,600.
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