Cheap Homes for Rent in Gaviota, CA from $1,200 (6 Rentals)

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Gaviota, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gaviota Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gaviota, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Avenue Heights Apartments Building 1 in the Outer Lompoc Santa Ynez neighborhood priced from $2,395. Tahitian Apartments in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gaviota apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avenue Heights Apartments Building 1New 1 Bedroom Apartments NOW LEASING! Schedule ...1BR,1BA$2,395
Tahitian ApartmentsThe Wave- Fully Furnished One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,995
The Wave1 bed + 1 bath1BR,1BA$2,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gaviota, CA and Nearby

As of July 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gaviota area is the $4.22 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $6,005. The second greatest value Gaviota apartment is the Walnut Model at Oak Park Apartments starting at $2,995 with a $3.11 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arrive Los Carneros II3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$4.22
Oak Park ApartmentsWalnut2BR,2BA$3.11
One Mosaic Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$5.58
Arrive Los Carneros2 Bedroom + 2 Bath A | Arrive I2BR,2BA$4.80
Tropicana Student HousingTropicana Gardens3BR,2BA$2.01
Cortona PointOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$5.33
Avenue Heights Apartments Building 1New 1 Bedroom Apartments NOW LEASING! Schedule ...1BR,1BA$3.93
Tahitian ApartmentsThe Wave- Fully Furnished One Bedroom1BR,1BA$5.35
The Wave1 bed + 1 bath1BR,1BA$5.35
Breakpointe CoronadoBreakpointe StudioStudio ,1BA$5.38

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gaviota

What type of rentals are currently available in Gaviota?

There are currently 309 Apartments for Rent in Gaviota, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,190 to $19,000. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gaviota ranging from $1,200 to $55,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gaviota?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gaviota ranges from $1,200 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $20,913.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gaviota?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gaviota range from $1,425 to $14,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $12,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,320.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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