
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Encina Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $2,900 (7 Rentals)
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Arrive Los Carneros
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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 | $3,907 | $2,992 | $8,118 |
Encina 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,402 | $3,574 | $7,654 |
Encina 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,107 | $5,745 | $8,363 |
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Cheapest Available Encina Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Encina area of Goleta, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Patterson Place priced from $2,998. The Wave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,595. Here are the most affordable Encina apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Patterson Place | Coast | 1BR,1BA | $2,998 |
The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,595 |
Encina Meadows | Monarch | 2BR,1BA | $3,697 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encina, CA
As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Encina area is the $4.38 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $6,230. The second greatest value Encina apartment is the 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I Model at Arrive Los Carneros starting at $5,745 with a $5.29 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 | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $4.38 |
Arrive Los Carneros | 3 Bedroom + 2 Bath | Arrive I | 3BR,2BA | $5.29 |
Encina Meadows | Monarch | 2BR,1BA | $3.89 |
Patterson Place | Coast | 1BR,1BA | $4.89 |
The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $6.42 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEncina, Goleta, CA
Ranked #6
Among neighborhoods in Goleta, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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 most affordable Encina Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Encina Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arrive Los Carneros and starts from $5,745.
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