
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hidden Valley Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (7 Rentals)
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Hidden Valley, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hidden Valley?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hidden Valley Studio Apartments | $4,050 | $3,900 | $4,200 |
Hidden Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $1,285 | $4,200 |
Hidden Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,479 | $1,285 | $4,650 |
Hidden Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,434 | $1,285 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Hidden Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hidden Valley area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. 152- 1825 Chapala LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Hidden Valley apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hidden Valley, CA
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hidden Valley area is the $2.93 price per square foot Upgraded Townhome Model at La Colina Gardens in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value Hidden Valley apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu starting at $4,900 with a $4.26 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hidden Valley 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 |
Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.18 |
111 N La Cumbre Rd, Unit 6 | 111 N La Cumbre Rd | 2BR,1BA | $4.47 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.66 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.20 |
Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $5.10 |
The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHidden Valley, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #6
Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Hidden Valley Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
23 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
23 / 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 Hidden Valley Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hidden Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hidden Valley Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hidden Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hidden Valley is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable Hidden Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hidden Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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