Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA from $1,700 (61 Rentals)
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800 Santa Barbara

Villa Flores Apartments

Prime 8-Unit Apartment Building in West Beach
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montecito?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Montecito Studio Apartments | $3,850 | $3,850 | $3,850 |
Cheap Montecito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,244 | $2,420 | $6,000 |
Cheap Montecito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,975 | $3,950 | $6,000 |
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Cheapest Available Montecito Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
800 Santa Barbara | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montecito, CA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montecito area is the $6.42 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at 800 Santa Barbara in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value Montecito apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Villa Flores Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $4.00 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montecito apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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800 Santa Barbara | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.42 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
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Getting Around Montecito, CA
Walk Score®
47 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
6 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montecito Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Montecito?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Montecito is at 800 Santa Barbara listed at $3,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montecito Apartment is $2,400 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Montecito Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montecito is starting from $6,000 at 800 Santa Barbara.
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