
Apartments for Rent in Isla Vista, CA (315 Rentals)


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Breakpointe Coronado

6703 Del Playa, Unit OCEANFRONT Room A-2

6703 Del Playa

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6587 Cervantes Rd

Skyview Apartments

The Cove

6656 Picasso Rd

6565 Segovia Rd

760 Embarcadero Del Norte
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Cortona Point

6578 Trigo Rd

Arrive Los Carneros II

Arrive Los Carneros

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Tropicana Student Housing

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One Mosaic Apartments

The Wave

Tahitian Apartments

Pacific Oaks
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Encina Meadows

Willow Springs

6703 Del Playa Dr A-1

7602 Hollister Ave, Unit #302

7369 Elmhurst Pl

7056 Madera Dr

347 Island Oak Ln

570 Carlo Dr, Unit 1

6649 Del Playa Dr

6564 Del Playa Dr
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6773 Del Playa Dr

6535 El Nido Ln

6741 Del Playa Dr

29 Dearborn Pl

5510 Armitos Ave

235 Calle Serrento

316 Cambridge Dr

4527 Hollister Ave

7767 Kestrel Ln

347 Island Oak Ln
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829 Marilla Ave

2727 Miradero Dr

401 Terrace Rd

2615 State St

407 Montgomery St

4154 Via Andorra

521 W Montecito St

2542 Crescent Ave

346 Oliver Rd

923 Weldon Rd
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Isla Vista, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Isla Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isla Vista Studio Apartments | $2,304 | $1,542 | $3,077 |
| Isla Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,908 | $1,687 | $4,485 |
| Isla Vista 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,003 | $1,337 | $5,622 |
| Isla Vista 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,136 | $1,357 | $10,000+ |
| Isla Vista 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,082 | $1,445 | $10,000+ |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Isla Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $4,393 | $3,450 | $6,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $8,955 | $4,275 | $10,000+ |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $16,588 | $7,300 | $10,000+ |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $28,641 | $6,600 | $10,000+ |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $73,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Isla Vista
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Isla Vista, CA?
As of today, July 28, 2026, there are currently 315 available Isla Vista apartments priced from $1,210 to $19,000, with an average monthly rent of $3,436.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Isla Vista Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Isla Vista ranges from $1,687 to $4,485 with an average monthly rent of $2,908.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Isla Vista cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Isla Vista range from $1,337 to $5,622. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,003.
How expensive are Isla Vista Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 33 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Isla Vista on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,357 to $14,000 - averaging $5,136 for the location.
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