
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Encanto Heights Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $800 (3 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the El Encanto Heights area of Goleta.

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El Encanto Heights, Goleta, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Encanto Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Encanto Heights Studio Apartments | $2,287 | $1,525 | $3,050 |
| El Encanto Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $1,625 | $4,485 |
| El Encanto Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,493 | $1,425 | $5,622 |
| El Encanto Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,187 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| El Encanto Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,909 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the El Encanto Heights Neighborhood of Goleta, CA.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Encanto Heights, CA
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Encanto Heights area is the $4.10 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $5,830. The second greatest value El Encanto Heights apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at One Mosaic Apartments starting at $5,300 with a $5.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Encanto Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrive Los Carneros II | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $4.10 |
| One Mosaic Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $5.58 |
| Cortona Point | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $4.72 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Pacific Oaks | Magnolia | 2BR,1BA | $4.49 |
| Willow Springs | Pismo | 1BR,1BA | $4.51 |
| Arrive Los Carneros | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | Arrive I | 1BR,1.5BA | $5.69 |
| Tahitian Apartments | 1x1 SHORT TERM LEASE ONLY AVALIABLE NOW | 1BR,1BA | $5.35 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| The Loop | STUDIO - Double | Studio ,1BA | $3.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Encanto Heights Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in El Encanto Heights?
The cheapest apartment in El Encanto Heights is The Loop which is listed at $1,399, while the average apartment in El Encanto Heights costs $19,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in El Encanto Heights?
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 20 regular apartments in El Encanto Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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