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Capri Apartments at Isla Vista
6598 Seville RdGoleta, CA 93117
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Goleta Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $1,100 (11 Rentals)
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Skyview Apartments
910 Camino PescaderoGoleta, CA 93117
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6565 Segovia Rd
6565 Segovia RdGoleta, CA 93117
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6578 Trigo Rd
6578 Trigo RdGoleta, CA 93117
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6656 Picasso Rd
6656 Picasso RdGoleta, CA 93117
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760 Embarcadero Del Norte
760 Embarcadero Del NorteGoleta, CA 93117
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Encina Meadows
5839 Encina RdGoleta, CA 93117
576 Asilomar Wy
GoletaCA93117
37 Dearborn Pl, Unit 92
37 Dearborn Pl
GoletaCA93117
43 Dearborn Pl, Unit 52
43 Dearborn Pl
GoletaCA93117
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Downtown Goleta, Goleta, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Goleta?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Goleta Studio Apartments | $2,840 | $1,535 | $4,199 |
| Downtown Goleta 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,670 | $1,672 | $4,485 |
| Downtown Goleta 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,196 | $1,299 | $5,622 |
| Downtown Goleta 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,743 | $1,250 | $6,030 |
| Downtown Goleta 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,752 | $1,100 | $2,876 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Goleta Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Goleta area of Goleta, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Breakpointe Coronado priced from $1,250. Sumida Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,294. Here are the most affordable Downtown Goleta apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakpointe Coronado | Breakpointe 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| Sumida Gardens Apartments | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $3,294 |
| Willow Springs | Ojai | 1BR,1BA | $3,353 |
| Patterson Place | The Reef | 1BR,1BA | $3,394 |
| 6587 Cervantes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Goleta, CA
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Goleta area is the $4.04 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $4,900. The second greatest value Downtown Goleta apartment is the 2 Bedroom + 2 Bath A | Arrive I Model at Arrive Los Carneros starting at $4,555 with a $4.83 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Arrive Los Carneros II | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.04 |
| Arrive Los Carneros | 2 Bedroom + 2 Bath A | Arrive I | 2BR,2BA | $4.83 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Willow Springs | Ojai | 1BR,1BA | $4.49 |
| Sumida Gardens Apartments | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $4.88 |
| Encina Meadows | Hummingbird | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
| Tahitian Apartments | Tahitian 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Patterson Place | The Reef | 1BR,1BA | $5.48 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Goleta Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Goleta?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Goleta is Encina Meadows which is listed at $2,977, while the average apartment in Downtown Goleta costs $3,783.
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 16 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 $1,553 which is $2,230 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Goleta.
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