475 Cannon Green Dr, Unit D
475 Cannon Green Dr
GoletaCA93117
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Goleta, CA from $800 (45 Rentals)
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6703 Del Playa Dr A-1
GoletaCA93117
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6578 Trigo Rd
6578 Trigo RdGoleta, CA 93117
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6565 Segovia Rd
6565 Segovia RdGoleta, CA 93117
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Skyview Apartments
910 Camino PescaderoGoleta, CA 93117
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760 Embarcadero Del Norte
760 Embarcadero Del NorteGoleta, CA 93117
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283 Ellwood Beach Dr
283 Ellwood Beach DrGoleta, CA 93117
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6656 Picasso Rd
6656 Picasso RdGoleta, CA 93117
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570 Carlo Dr, Unit 1
570 Carlo DrGoleta, CA 93117
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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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6587 Cervantes
6587 Cervantes RdGoleta, CA 93117
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La Loma Apartments
851 Camino PescaderoGoleta, CA 93117
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The Beachwood
312 Ellwood Beach DrGoleta, CA 93117
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Berkshire Terrace
6661 Berkshire TerGoleta, CA 93117
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Carriage House - Park Place
796 Embarcadero del NorteGoleta, CA 93117
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Penthouse Apartments
6621 Abrego RdGoleta, CA 93117
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The Aladdin
6512 Segovia RdGoleta, CA 93117
29 Dearborn Pl
GoletaCA93117
6703 Del Playa, Unit OCEANFRONT Room A-2
6703 Del Playa
Isla VistaCA93117
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2510 De la Vina St
Santa BarbaraCA93105
3340 McCaw Ave, Unit McCaw Condo with Private Bedroom and Bathroom
3340 McCaw Ave
Santa BarbaraCA93105
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1815 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments
221 Hitchcock WaySanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Patterson Place
120 S Patterson AveSanta Barbara, CA 93111
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323 W Islay St, Unit E
323 W Islay StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Sumida Gardens Apartments
122 Sumida Gardens LnSanta Barbara, CA 93111
798 N Patterson Ave
Santa BarbaraCA93111
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Tori Fore
3790 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Embarcadero Apartments
833 Embarcadero Del MarIsla Vista, CA 93117
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De La Vina Apartments
3754 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Verano Courtyard Apartments
249-311 Verano DrSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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3450 Richland Dr
3450 Richland DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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551-555 W Pueblo St
551-555 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3735 San Remo Dr
3735 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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2102 Bath St
2102 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Mediterranean Apartments
2400 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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2126 Castillo St
2126 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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114 W Calle Crespis Apartments
114 W Calle CrespisSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Monterey Pines
101 Hitcock WaySanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Ivy at Arrellaga
714 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ocean View Apartments
505 Red Rose LnSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Cabana Island View Apartments
2100 Red Rose WaySanta Barbara, CA 93109
1033 W Micheltorena St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Hope Ranch
3999 Via Lucero ViaSanta Barbara, CA 93110
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Rose Garden Apartments
2953 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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314 W Mission St
306-314 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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West Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA Local Guide
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 | $2,760 | $1,535 | $4,199 |
| West Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,991 | $1,680 | $4,485 |
| West Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,520 | $1,299 | $6,300 |
| West Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,076 | $1,350 | $10,000+ |
| West Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,078 | $1,438 | $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 2 Beds unit found at The Loop priced from $1,659. 6578 Trigo Rd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,500. Here are the most affordable West Santa Barbara apartments for rent in Goleta, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Loop | 2BR/2BA - Quad Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1,659 |
| 6578 Trigo Rd | Unit F | Studio,1BA | $2,500 |
| Skyview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 6565 Segovia Rd | Unit 6 | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 760 Embarcadero Del Norte | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| 6656 Picasso Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,816 |
| Patterson Place | Coast | 1BR,1BA | $2,937 |
| Hope Ranch | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,997 |
| 6587 Cervantes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Santa Barbara, CA
As of July 16, 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 $5,790 with a $4.07 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. |
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| The Cove | 5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 10 | 5BR,5.5BA | $0.57 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $4.07 |
| The Loop | 2BR/2BA - Quad | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Encina Meadows | Monarch | 2BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| 110 Bodega Ln | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.56 |
| Tahitian Apartments | Tahitian 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Skyview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath Upstaris | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 6578 Trigo Rd | Unit F | Studio ,1BA | $4.46 |
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Best Local Schools in West Santa Barbara, Goleta, CA
Kellogg Elementary
Goleta Union Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (369)
8 out of 10
San Marcos Senior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1926)
8 out of 10
Goleta Valley Junior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (731)
5 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Santa Barbara Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Santa Barbara?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Santa Barbara is under $3,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Santa Barbara?
The cheapest apartment in West Santa Barbara is Skyview Apartments which is listed at $2,500, while the average apartment in West Santa Barbara costs $8,938.
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 42 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 $1,307 which is $7,631 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Santa Barbara.
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