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How much does it cost to rent a home in Goleta?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Goleta 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,360 | $3,100 | $5,800 |
Goleta 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,005 | $1,325 | $10,000+ |
Goleta 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,983 | $5,600 | $10,000+ |
Goleta 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $21,200 | $6,350 | $10,000+ |
Goleta 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $49,995 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Goleta, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/02/2025Current apartment rentals in the Goleta, CA area range in price from $1,190 to $19,000 with an overall median price of $13,723. The three Goleta neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Goleta at $1,190, Encina at $1,190, and Santa Barbara Municipal Airport at $1,190. Here is today’s list of the top 8 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Goleta Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Goleta | $4,929 | $1,190 | 15 |
Encina | $4,929 | $1,190 | 14 |
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport | $4,929 | $1,190 | 14 |
Cabrillo Business Park | $19,000 | $1,190 | 20 |
El Encanto Heights | $19,000 | $1,190 | 20 |
Isla Vista | $19,000 | $1,190 | 8 |
Outer West Santa Barbara | $19,000 | $1,190 | 24 |
West Santa Barbara | $19,000 | $1,190 | 26 |
Cheapest Available Goleta Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Goleta, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 6587 Cervantes in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood priced from $3,250. Hollister Village in the Outer Lompoc Santa Ynez neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,324. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Goleta apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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6587 Cervantes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,250 |
Hollister Village | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,324 |
Arrive Los Carneros | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | Arrive I | 1BR,1BA | $3,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Goleta, CA
As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Goleta area is the $4.05 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $5,765. The second greatest value Goleta apartment is the Jalama Model at Willow Springs starting at $4,258 with a $4.16 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for 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 | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $4.05 |
Willow Springs | Jalama | 2BR,2BA | $4.16 |
Cortona Point | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,2BA | $5.02 |
Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
Arrive Los Carneros | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | Arrive I | 1BR,1.5BA | $5.56 |
Hollister Village | Plan A6 | 1BR,1BA | $5.68 |
Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
6587 Cervantes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $5.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Goleta
What type of rentals are currently available in Goleta?
There are currently 278 Apartments for Rent in Goleta, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,190 to $19,000. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Goleta ranging from $1,200 to $55,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Goleta?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Goleta ranges from $1,200 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $19,863.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Goleta?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Goleta range from $1,425 to $14,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,325 to $10,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,320.
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