Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $810 (36 Rentals)

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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
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Magnolia
1 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia

393 Magnolia AveGoleta, CA 93117

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Carriage House - Park Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage House - Park Place

796 Embarcadero del NorteGoleta, CA 93117
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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
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2563 Treasure Dr, Unit A
$2,950
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2563 Treasure Dr, Unit A

2563 Treasure DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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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
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De La Vina Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

De La Vina Apartments

3754 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3450 Richland Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3450 Richland Dr

3450 Richland DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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551-555 W Pueblo St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

551-555 W Pueblo St

551-555 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3735 San Remo Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

3735 San Remo Dr

3735 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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2102 Bath St
1 Bedroom Apartments

2102 Bath St

2102 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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2126 Castillo St
2 Bedroom Apartments

2126 Castillo St

2126 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105

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Mediterranean Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mediterranean Apartments

2400 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Monterey Pines
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monterey Pines

101 Hitcock WaySanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Ivy at Arrellaga
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ivy at Arrellaga

714 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ocean View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean View Apartments

505 Red Rose LnSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Hope Ranch
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hope Ranch

3999 Via Lucero ViaSanta Barbara, CA 93110

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West Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Santa Barbara Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Santa Barbara area of Goleta, CA is a Studio unit found at The Loop priced from $1,050. Magnolia has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable West Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The LoopSTUDIO - AffordableStudio,1BA$1,050
Magnolia1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,450
Hope RanchPlan 1B1BR,1BA$3,007
6587 Cervantes Rd1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3,150
Channel View Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3,400
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Sunshine Plan2BR,2BA$3,428
Encina MeadowsMonarch2BR,1BA$3,654
Cortona PointOne Bedroom A1BR,1BA$3,775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Santa Barbara, CA

As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Santa Barbara area is the $0.57 price per square foot 5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 10 Model at The Cove in the in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood starting from $1,510. The second greatest value West Santa Barbara apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II starting at $6,215 with a $4.37 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Cove5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 105BR,5.5BA$0.57
Arrive Los Carneros II3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$4.37
6656 Picasso Rd2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$4.09
Encina MeadowsMonarch2BR,1BA$3.98
Tropicana Student HousingTropicana Gardens3BR,2BA$2.01
Rancho Franciscan Senior ApartmentsThe Sunshine Plan2BR,2BA$4.29
610 Kentia Ave610 Kentia Ave2BR,1BA$4.54
Tahitian ApartmentsTahitian 1x11BR,1BA$1.77
The Wave1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris1BR,1BA$2.05
The LoopSTUDIO - DoubleStudio ,1BA$3.60

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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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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!

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 The Loop which is listed at $1,609, while the average apartment in West Santa Barbara costs $1,753.

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 44 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 $1,102 which is $651 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in 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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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