
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North State Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)
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North State, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North State?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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North State Studio Apartments | $3,850 | $3,850 | $3,850 |
North State 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,752 | $1,285 | $6,000 |
North State 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,563 | $1,285 | $6,000 |
North State 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,042 | $1,285 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available North State Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North State 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 $2,140. Here are the most affordable North State 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 | $2,140 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North State, CA
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the North State area is the $3.16 price per square foot 2 BEDROOM Model at Natoma Apartments in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $3,950. The second greatest value North State 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 North State apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Natoma Apartments | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
3830 Crescent Dr, Unit B | 3830 Crescent Dr | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.00 |
The Marc | Plan A2 | 2BR,2BA | $5.15 |
111 N La Cumbre Rd, Unit 6 | 111 N La Cumbre Rd | 2BR,1BA | $4.47 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $5.02 |
The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleNorth State, Santa Barbara, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the North State Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
81 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 North State Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in North State?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in North State is at 800 Santa Barbara listed at $3,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom North State Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom North State Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom North State Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in North State is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable North State Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap North State Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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