
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $1,100 (1 Rental)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Studio Apartments | $2,302 | $1,535 | $3,070 |
| Santa Barbara Municipal Airport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,736 | $1,625 | $4,595 |
| Santa Barbara Municipal Airport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,554 | $1,425 | $5,622 |
| Santa Barbara Municipal Airport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,623 | $1,250 | $6,085 |
| Santa Barbara Municipal Airport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,752 | $1,100 | $2,876 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, CA
As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport area is the $0.66 price per square foot 5BR/5.5BA - Harbor Model at The Cove in the in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Santa Barbara Municipal Airport apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II starting at $4,905 with a $4.04 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Santa Barbara Municipal Airport apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cove | 5BR/5.5BA - Harbor | 5BR,5.5BA | $0.66 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.04 |
| Sumida Gardens Apartments | La Sumida | 2BR,2BA | $4.51 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Willow Springs | Trail | 1BR,1BA | $4.72 |
| Encina Meadows | Hummingbird | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Pacific Oaks | Koi | 1BR,1BA | $4.47 |
| Tahitian Apartments | Tahitian 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSanta Barbara Municipal Airport, Goleta, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Santa Barbara Municipal Airport Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport?
The cheapest apartment in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is Breakpointe Coronado which is listed at $1,853, while the average apartment in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport costs $3,891.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport?
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 53 regular apartments in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.