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$1,299 - $1,8092 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 18
Capri Apartments at Isla Vista
6598 Seville RdGoleta, CA 93117
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Isla Vista Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $800 (17 Rentals)
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6703 Del Playa Dr A-1
GoletaCA93117
6653 Pasado Rd
GoletaCA93117
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$2,600 - $2,8501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 24
Skyview Apartments
910 Camino PescaderoGoleta, CA 93117
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6565 Segovia Rd
6565 Segovia RdGoleta, CA 93117
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$2,700 - $4,9501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 24
6656 Picasso Rd
6656 Picasso RdGoleta, CA 93117
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$2,700Studio Apartments Available Jun 24
6578 Trigo Rd
6578 Trigo RdGoleta, CA 93117
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760 Embarcadero Del Norte
760 Embarcadero Del NorteGoleta, CA 93117
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La Loma Apartments
851 Camino PescaderoGoleta, CA 93117
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Berkshire Terrace
6661 Berkshire TerGoleta, CA 93117
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Carriage House - Park Place
796 Embarcadero del NorteGoleta, CA 93117
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Penthouse Apartments
6621 Abrego RdGoleta, CA 93117
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The Aladdin
6512 Segovia RdGoleta, CA 93117
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6587 Cervantes
6587 Cervantes RdGoleta, CA 93117
6891 Pasado Rd
GoletaCA93117
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6703 Del Playa, Unit OCEANFRONT Room A-2
6703 Del Playa
Isla VistaCA93117
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Embarcadero Apartments
833 Embarcadero Del MarIsla Vista, CA 93117
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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 | $2,501 | $1,535 | $3,070 |
| Isla Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,581 | $1,680 | $3,482 |
| Isla Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,041 | $1,299 | $4,950 |
| Isla Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,502 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| Isla Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,314 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Isla Vista Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Isla Vista area of Goleta, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Breakpointe Coronado priced from $1,250. The Loop has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,659. Here are the most affordable Isla Vista apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakpointe Coronado | Breakpointe 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| The Loop | 2BR/2BA - Quad Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1,659 |
| 6587 Cervantes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,450 |
| 6561 Del Playa | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $11,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Isla Vista, CA
As of June 08, 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 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 6587 Cervantes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $6.27 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Isla Vista Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Isla Vista?
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 14 regular apartments in Isla Vista 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 Isla Vista?
Cheap apartments in Isla Vista have an average cost of $2,023 which is $16,977 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Isla Vista.
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