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West Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA Local Guide
Goleta Pier by Damian Gadal is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Santa Barbara Studio Apartments | $2,487 | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| West Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,853 | $1,625 | $4,500 |
| West Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,686 | $1,400 | $5,622 |
| West Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,281 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
| West Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,832 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available West Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Santa Barbara area of Goleta, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Breakpointe Coronado priced from $1,250. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,477. Here are the most affordable West Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breakpointe Coronado | Breakpointe 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1,250 |
| Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $2,477 |
| Pacific Oaks | Koi | 1BR,1BA | $2,851 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Santa Barbara, CA
As of November 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Santa Barbara area is the $2.86 price per square foot Flat Model at La Colina Gardens in the in the Foothill neighborhood starting from $4,000. The second greatest value West Santa Barbara apartment is the 2/2 Model at Los Robles - Senior 55+ starting at $3,900 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Upper State neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Santa Barbara apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Colina Gardens | Flat | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Los Robles - Senior 55+ | 2/2 | 1BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $4.11 |
| 4817 San Gordiano Ave, Unit San Gordiano Ave Apt B | 4817 San Gordiano Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Willow Springs | Ojai | 1BR,1BA | $4.55 |
| 333 Mathilda Dr, Unit Casa De Paz | 333 Mathilda Dr | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Hope Ranch | Continental | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| Pacific Oaks | Koi | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA
Kellogg Elementary
Goleta Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (409)
6 out of 10
San Marcos Senior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (2020)
8 out of 10
Goleta Valley Junior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (717)
7 out of 10
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Getting Around the West Santa Barbara Neighborhood in Goleta, CA
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Santa Barbara Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Santa Barbara?
The cheapest apartment in West Santa Barbara is Hope Ranch which is listed at $2,667, while the average apartment in West Santa Barbara costs $19,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in 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 39 regular apartments in 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 West Santa Barbara?
Cheap apartments in West Santa Barbara have an average cost of $1,113 which is $17,887 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Santa Barbara.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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