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6703 Del Playa Dr A-1

530 2nd Pl, Unit D

530 2nd Pl, Unit B

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1495 Aarhus Dr

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363 Palm Way

721 Eucalyptus Ave

The Beachwood
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gaviota?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaviota Studio Apartments | $2,817 | $1,535 | $3,847 |
| Gaviota 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,870 | $1,625 | $4,485 |
| Gaviota 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,694 | $1,425 | $5,720 |
| Gaviota 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,708 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Gaviota 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,401 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Gaviota Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gaviota, CA is a Studio unit found at The Loop in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood priced from $1,050. Breakpointe Coronado in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gaviota apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Loop | STUDIO - Affordable | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Breakpointe 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| 363 Palm Way | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Avenue Heights Apartments Building 1 | 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! Schedule Ap... | 2BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Oak Park Apartments | Acorn | 2BR,1BA | $2,770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gaviota, CA and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gaviota area is the $0.61 price per square foot 5BR/5.5BA - Harbor Model at The Cove in the in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Gaviota apartment is the Plan B4 Model at Hollister Village starting at $4,280 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Outer Lompoc Santa Ynez neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gaviota apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cove | 5BR/5.5BA - Harbor | 5BR,5.5BA | $0.61 |
| Hollister Village | Plan B4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.67 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Avenue Heights Apartments Building 1 | 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now! Schedule Ap... | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Oak Park Apartments | Acorn | 2BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| 363 Palm Way | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Tahitian Apartments | Tahitian 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| The Loop | STUDIO - Double | Studio ,1BA | $3.60 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gaviota Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gaviota Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gaviota Apartment is $1,399 at The Loop.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gaviota Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gaviota is starting from $1,409 at The Loop.
What is the most affordable Gaviota Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gaviota Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Breakpointe Coronado and starts from $1,250.
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