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833 Embarcadero Del MarIsla Vista, CA 93117
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Isla Vista Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $800 (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 | $2,304 | $1,542 | $3,077 |
| Isla Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,693 | $1,687 | $3,550 |
| Isla Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,816 | $1,337 | $4,500 |
| Isla Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,067 | $1,357 | $10,000+ |
| Isla Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,082 | $1,445 | $10,000+ |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Isla Vista, CA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Isla Vista area is the $1.92 price per square foot 2BR/2BA - Quad Model at The Loop in the in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood starting from $1,839. The second greatest value Isla Vista apartment is the Tropicana Gardens Model at Tropicana Student Housing starting at $1,760 with a $2.01 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Loop | 2BR/2BA - Quad | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Tahitian Apartments | Tahitian 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Skyview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 6578 Trigo Rd | Unit F | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
| 759 Embarcadero Del Mar | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $5.73 |
| 6587 Cervantes Rd | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $5.73 |
| 6565 Segovia Rd | Unit 10 | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
| 6656 Picasso Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
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 Skyview Apartments which is listed at $2,500, while the average apartment in Isla Vista costs $19,000.
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