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833 Embarcadero Del MarIsla Vista, CA 93117
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Isla Vista Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $810 (1 Rental)
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Isla Vista, Goleta, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Isla Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isla Vista Studio Apartments | $1,921 | $1,542 | $2,300 |
| Isla Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,432 | $1,687 | $10,000+ |
| Isla Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,685 | $1,337 | $7,750 |
| Isla Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $14,892 | $1,357 | $10,000+ |
| Isla Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $16,893 | $1,445 | $10,000+ |
| Isla Vista 5 Bedroom Apartments | $24,714 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Isla Vista, CA
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Isla Vista area is the $2.01 price per square foot Tropicana Gardens Model at Tropicana Student Housing in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $1,760. The second greatest value Isla Vista apartment is the Tahitian 1x1 Model at Tahitian Apartments starting at $1,132 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Isla Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Tahitian Apartments | Tahitian 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 6587 Cervantes Rd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $5.73 |
| 759 Embarcadero Del Mar | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $5.91 |
| The Loop | STUDIO - Double | Studio ,1BA | $3.60 |
| Capri Apartments at Isla Vista | Abrego Gaucho | 2BR,1.5BA | $8.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Isla Vista Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Isla Vista?
The cheapest apartment in Isla Vista is The Loop which is listed at $1,609, while the average apartment in Isla Vista costs $6,150.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Isla Vista?
Cheap apartments in Isla Vista have an average cost of $1,223 which is $4,927 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Isla Vista.
Expert Rental Resources
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