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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 | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| West Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,341 | $1,327 | $8,046 |
| West Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,309 | $1,190 | $7,654 |
| West Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,105 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
| West Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,795 | $1,320 | $9,900 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Goleta, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at 2509 Bath St priced from $1,980. Hope Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,627. Here are the most affordable West Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2509 Bath St | 2509 Bath Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $2,627 |
| 6587 Cervantes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,250 |
| Cortona Point | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $3,350 |
| Tahitian Apartments | The Tahitian-Fully-furnished One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Santa Barbara, CA
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Santa Barbara area is the $2.93 price per square foot Upgraded Townhome Model at La Colina Gardens in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value West Santa Barbara apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II starting at $6,230 with a $4.38 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta 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 | Upgraded Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.93 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $4.38 |
| 2509 Bath St | 2509 Bath Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Marc | Plan C2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.48 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | 2BR,2BA | $4.40 |
| 111 N La Cumbre Rd, Unit 6 | 111 N La Cumbre Rd | 2BR,1BA | $4.47 |
| Cortona Point | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $5.18 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Coronado 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Hope Ranch | Lucero | 1BR,1BA | $5.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA
Ranked #6
Among neighborhoods in Goleta, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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)
6 out of 10
Goleta Valley Junior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 7-8 (717)
6 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Goleta, California. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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 2509 Bath St which is listed at $1,980, while the average apartment in West Santa Barbara costs $30,000.
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 2 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 $746 which is $29,254 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Santa Barbara.
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