
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rutherford Park Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rutherford Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rutherford Park Studio Apartments | $3,537 | $2,950 | $3,850 |
Rutherford Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,993 | $2,140 | $6,000 |
Rutherford Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,050 | $3,300 | $6,000 |
Rutherford Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,933 | $4,700 | $5,200 |
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Cheapest Available Rutherford Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rutherford Park area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 152- 1825 Chapala LLC priced from $2,140. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,539. Here are the most affordable Rutherford Park apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,140 |
Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $2,539 |
Ivy at Carrillo | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $3,157 |
The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rutherford Park, CA
As of February 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rutherford Park 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 Rutherford Park 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 Rutherford Park 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 |
609 W Junipero St | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.09 |
The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3.58 |
The Marc | Plan A2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.62 |
111 N La Cumbre Rd, Unit 6 | 111 N La Cumbre Rd | 2BR,1BA | $4.63 |
Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.66 |
1818 Castillo Street, Unit A | 1818 Castillo Street | 2BR,1BA | $4.40 |
152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $4.93 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across California including Rutherford Park, Santa Barbara, and the greater Santa Barbara area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Rutherford Park Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
80 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rutherford Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rutherford Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rutherford Park is at 800 Santa Barbara listed at $3,850.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rutherford Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rutherford Park Apartment is $2,140 at 152- 1825 Chapala LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rutherford Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rutherford Park is starting from $3,400 at The Messina.
What is the most affordable Rutherford Park Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rutherford Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Colina Gardens and starts from $4,700.
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