Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer West Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $800 (33 Rentals)

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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250 Ellwood Beach Dr
$3,000
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250 Ellwood Beach Dr

250 Ellwood Beach DrGoleta, CA 93117
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37 Dearborn Pl, Unit 92

37 Dearborn Pl
GoletaCA93117

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La Loma Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

La Loma Apartments

851 Camino PescaderoGoleta, CA 93117
Student Housing
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The Beachwood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Beachwood

312 Ellwood Beach DrGoleta, CA 93117
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Berkshire Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Berkshire Terrace

6661 Berkshire TerGoleta, CA 93117
Student Housing
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Carriage House - Park Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage House - Park Place

796 Embarcadero del NorteGoleta, CA 93117
Student Housing
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Penthouse Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Penthouse Apartments

6621 Abrego RdGoleta, CA 93117
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The Aladdin
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Aladdin

6512 Segovia RdGoleta, CA 93117
Student Housing
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Tori Fore
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tori Fore

3790 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Embarcadero Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Embarcadero Apartments

833 Embarcadero Del MarIsla Vista, CA 93117
Student Housing
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Hope Ranch
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hope Ranch

3999 Via Lucero ViaSanta Barbara, CA 93110

Outer West Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer West Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer West Santa Barbara 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 Outer West Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Breakpointe CoronadoBreakpointe 3x23BR,2BA$1,250
The Loop2BR/2BA - Quad Deluxe2BR,2BA$1,659
Patterson PlaceThe Reef1BR,1BA$3,270
Sumida Gardens ApartmentsThe Palm1BR,1BA$3,293
6587 Cervantes1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3,450
Cortona PointOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$3,700
Pacific OaksMagnolia2BR,1BA$3,775
Encina MeadowsMonarch2BR,1BA$3,817
Willow SpringsLos Carneros2BR,2BA$4,038

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer West Santa Barbara, CA

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer West Santa Barbara area is the $0.56 price per square foot 5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 10 Model at The Cove in the in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Outer West Santa Barbara apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II starting at $4,990 with a $4.11 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer West Santa Barbara apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Cove5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 105BR,5.5BA$0.56
Arrive Los Carneros IITwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$4.11
Willow SpringsTopatopa3BR,2BA$4.31
250 Ellwood Beach Dr250 Ellwood Beach Dr2BR,1.5BA$2.73
The Loop2BR/2BA - Quad2BR,2BA$1.92
Encina MeadowsMonarch2BR,1BA$4.16
Tropicana Student HousingTropicana Gardens3BR,2BA$2.01
Tahitian ApartmentsTahitian 1x11BR,1BA$1.77
Breakpointe CoronadoCoronado 1x1B1BR,1BA$2.69
The Wave1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris1BR,1BA$2.05

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Outer West Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Goleta. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer West Santa Barbara Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer West Santa Barbara?

The cheapest apartment in Outer West Santa Barbara is Patterson Place which is listed at $3,270, while the average apartment in Outer West Santa Barbara costs $4,909.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer West Santa Barbara?

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 34 regular apartments in Outer West Santa Barbara 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 Outer West Santa Barbara?

Cheap apartments in Outer West Santa Barbara have an average cost of $1,343 which is $3,566 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer West Santa Barbara.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.