Cheap Homes for Rent in East Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Carpinteria, CA from $1,200 (5 Rentals)

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property at 1440 Portesuello Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1440 Portesuello Ave

Santa BarbaraCA93105

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property at 700 Westmont Rd

$2,650

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 1

700 Westmont Rd

Santa BarbaraCA93108

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 4 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. 551-555 W Pueblo St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable East Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Carpinteria, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Arroyo House Student Living.Montecito4BR,1BA$1,285
551-555 W Pueblo StStudioStudio,1BA$1,900
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Santa Barbara, CA

As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Santa Barbara area is the $3.70 price per square foot 447 Scenic Dr Model at 447 Scenic Dr, Unit 447 Scenic Dr in the in the Eastside neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value East Santa Barbara apartment is the 603 W Anapamu St Model at 603 W Anapamu St starting at $4,850 with a $3.76 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.
447 Scenic Dr, Unit 447 Scenic Dr447 Scenic Dr2BR,2BA$3.70
603 W Anapamu St603 W Anapamu St3BR,2.5BA$3.76
116 E Yanonali St, Unit c2116 E Yanonali St1BR,1.5BA$4.40
415 Rancheria St, Unit 2415 Rancheria St4BR,1.5BA$5.04
1317 Punta Gorda StreetLuxury Townhome2BR,2.5BA$3.78
602 W Carrillo St, Unit B602 W Carrillo St2BR,1BA$4.44
Shepard Place1 Bed Partial B1BR,1BA$4.58
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.08
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Poppy Plan1BR,1BA$5.49
The Arroyo House Student Living.Foothill2BR,1BA$3.75

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Santa Barbara

What type of rentals are currently available in East Santa Barbara?

There are currently 603 Apartments for Rent in East Santa Barbara, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,285 to $9,500. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Santa Barbara ranging from $1,245 to $100,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Santa Barbara?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Santa Barbara ranges from $1,245 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $28,457.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Santa Barbara?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Santa Barbara range from $1,285 to $4,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $6,200 to $40,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,285.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.