Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Samarkand Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (3 Rentals)

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Samarkand, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Samarkand, CA

As of May 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Samarkand 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 Samarkand 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 Samarkand apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
La Colina GardensUpgraded Townhome3BR,2.5BA$2.93
Ivy at Anapamu3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$4.26
The Messina2Bed2Bath-A2BR,2BA$4.18
Ivy at CarrilloTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$4.66
Sea Cliff Apartments1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF1BR,1BA$5.79
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.00
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Poppy Plan1BR,1BA$5.24
The Arroyo House Student Living.Foothill1BR,1BA$3.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Samarkand, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #5

Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Samarkand Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Samarkand Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Samarkand Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Samarkand Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Samarkand Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Samarkand is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..

What is the most affordable Samarkand Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Samarkand Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.

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