
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Encina Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $1,100 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Encina area of Goleta.


Arrive Los Carneros

Cortona Point

Encina Meadows
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Willow Springs

Patterson Place
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Sumida Gardens Apartments
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Encina, Goleta, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Encina?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Encina 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,592 | $1,700 | $4,485 |
Encina 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,883 | $1,425 | $5,622 |
Encina 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,567 | $1,250 | $6,025 |
Encina 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $1,100 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Encina Neighborhood of Goleta, CA.
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Cheapest Available Encina Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Encina area of Goleta, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Breakpointe Coronado priced from $1,250. Cortona Point has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,575. Here are the most affordable Encina apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Breakpointe Coronado | Breakpointe 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,250 |
Cortona Point | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $3,575 |
One Mosaic Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $5,300 |
Arrive Los Carneros II | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $5,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encina, CA
As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Encina area is the $4.28 price per square foot Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $5,195. The second greatest value Encina 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 Encina 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 | $4.28 |
One Mosaic Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $5.58 |
Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
Cortona Point | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $5.53 |
Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEncina, Goleta, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Encina Neighborhood in Goleta, CA
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
86 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Encina Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Encina?
The cheapest apartment in Encina is Breakpointe Coronado which is listed at $1,875, while the average apartment in Encina costs $4,625.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Encina?
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 Encina 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 Encina?
Cheap apartments in Encina have an average cost of $1,134 which is $3,491 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Encina.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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