Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Goleta Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $1,200 (18 Rentals)

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2 Bedroom Apartments

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6509 Pardall RdGoleta, CA 93117
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Downtown Goleta, Goleta, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Goleta Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Goleta area of Goleta, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Skyview Apartments priced from $2,500. 6565 Segovia Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,500. Here are the most affordable Downtown Goleta apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Skyview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,500
6565 Segovia RdUnit 61BR,1BA$2,500
6578 Trigo RdUnit FStudio,1BA$2,500
760 Embarcadero Del NorteOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,650
6656 Picasso Rd1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Goleta, CA

As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Goleta area is the $4.07 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $5,790. The second greatest value Downtown Goleta apartment is the Monarch Model at Encina Meadows starting at $3,710 with a $4.04 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Goleta apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arrive Los Carneros II3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$4.07
Encina MeadowsMonarch2BR,1BA$4.04
Willow SpringsAnapamu2BR,1BA$4.66
Tropicana Student HousingTropicana Gardens3BR,2BA$2.01
Sumida Gardens ApartmentsThe Palm1BR,1BA$4.69
Tahitian ApartmentsTahitian 1x11BR,1BA$1.77
Skyview ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.08
6578 Trigo RdUnit FStudio ,1BA$4.46
The Wave1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris1BR,1BA$2.05
6565 Segovia RdUnit 101BR,1BA$5.00

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Downtown Goleta, Goleta, CA

Ranked #7

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Goleta Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Goleta?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Goleta is under $3,800.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Goleta?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Goleta is Skyview Apartments which is listed at $2,500, while the average apartment in Downtown Goleta costs $5,298.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Goleta?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 25 regular apartments in Downtown Goleta that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Goleta?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Goleta have an average cost of $1,480 which is $3,818 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Goleta.

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.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.