Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Carpinteria, CA from $1,300 (55 Rentals)

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Costa Del Mar
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Costa Del Mar

1045-1049 Elm LnCarpinteria, CA 93013
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Casa Romana
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Romana

4705-4770 8th StCarpinteria, CA 93013
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Seashell Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Seashell Apartments

180 Holly AveCarpinteria, CA 93013
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property at 2510 De la Vina St

$1,950

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$1,950
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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

2510 De la Vina St

Santa BarbaraCA93105

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property at 1815 San Andres St

$2,750

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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1815 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
property at 226 W De la Guerra St

$2,995

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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226 W De la Guerra St

Santa BarbaraCA93101

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Tori Fore
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tori Fore

3790 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Brentwood
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brentwood

1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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405 Corona del Mar
1 Bedroom Apartments

405 Corona del Mar

405 Corona del MarSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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De La Vina Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

De La Vina Apartments

3754 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3450 Richland Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3450 Richland Dr

3450 Richland DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Park East Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park East Apartments

322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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551-555 W Pueblo St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

551-555 W Pueblo St

551-555 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3735 San Remo Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3735 San Remo Dr

3735 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Arlington Village
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arlington Village

1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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2102 Bath St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2102 Bath St

2102 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Lis
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lis

1825 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2126 Castillo St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2126 Castillo St

2126 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Mediterranean Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mediterranean Apartments

2400 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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203 Ladera St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

203 Ladera St

203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Cliff House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cliff House

1040 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Monterey Pines
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monterey Pines

101 Hitcock WaySanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Palm Gardens Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Gardens Apartments

1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Ivy at Arrellaga
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy at Arrellaga

714 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ocean View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean View Apartments

505 Red Rose LnSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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121 W Arrellaga St
2 Bedroom Apartments

121 W Arrellaga St

121 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Coronel Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Coronel Apartments

555 Coronel PlSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Carrillo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy at Carrillo

520-536 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Soltara
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Soltara

27 E Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Santa Barbara area of Carpinteria, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,525. Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,861. Here are the most affordable East Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Carpinteria, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,525
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Tide Plan1BR,1BA$2,861
Shepard Place1 Bed Partial B1BR,1BA$2,900
Alena on HaleyStudioStudio,1BA$3,200
Channel View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3,400
The Messina2Bed2Bath-A2BR,2BA$3,450
1317 Punta Gorda StreetLuxury Townhome2BR,2BA$4,250
El JardinTwo Bedroom, Two Bathroom 2D (mkt)2BR,2BA$4,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Santa Barbara, CA

As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Santa Barbara area is the $3.88 price per square foot 605 W Anapamu St Model at 605 W Anapamu St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $5,000. The second greatest value East Santa Barbara apartment is the 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 4 starting at $6,000 with a $4.80 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Santa Barbara apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
605 W Anapamu St605 W Anapamu St3BR,2.5BA$3.88
415 Rancheria St, Unit 4415 Rancheria St4BR,1.5BA$4.80
1524 Garden St3BR Suite3BR,2BA$4.38
Sea Cliff Apartments2x1 - Bldg 402BR,1BA$4.42
1317 Punta Gorda StreetLuxury Townhome2BR,2.5BA$4.59
The Messina2Bed2Bath-A2BR,2BA$4.06
Shepard Place1 Bed Partial B1BR,1BA$4.74
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.21
1821 Chino St, Unit D1821 Chino St1BR,1BA$4.96
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Tide Plan1BR,1BA$4.98

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, CA

Ranked #4

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Santa Barbara Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Santa Barbara?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Santa Barbara is at Alena on Haley listed at $3,200.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Santa Barbara Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Santa Barbara Apartment is $2,525 at Villa Flores Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Santa Barbara Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Santa Barbara is starting from $3,195 at Shepard Place.

What is the most affordable East Santa Barbara Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap East Santa Barbara Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at El Jardin and starts from $4,600.

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