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How much does it cost to rent a home in Isla Vista?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isla Vista 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,480 | $3,495 | $6,500 |
| Isla Vista 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,320 | $4,275 | $10,000+ |
| Isla Vista 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $16,588 | $7,300 | $10,000+ |
| Isla Vista 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $28,641 | $6,600 | $10,000+ |
| Isla Vista 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $73,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Isla Vista Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Isla Vista, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Loop in the Cabrillo Business Park neighborhood priced from $1,659. 6578 Trigo Rd in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Isla Vista apartments for rent:
| 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 | $2,300 |
| Skyview Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Isla Vista, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Isla Vista 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 Isla Vista apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II starting at $5,875 with a $4.13 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Isla Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cove | 5BR/5.5BA - Sunrise 10 | 5BR,5.5BA | $0.57 |
| Arrive Los Carneros II | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $4.13 |
| The Loop | 2BR/2BA - Quad | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Willow Springs | Pismo | 1BR,1BA | $4.71 |
| 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 | $4.11 |
| 6656 Picasso Rd | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.00 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Isla Vista?
There are currently 261 Apartments for Rent in Isla Vista, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,210 to $19,000. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Isla Vista ranging from $1,800 to $89,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Isla Vista?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Isla Vista ranges from $1,800 to $89,000 with an average monthly rent of $22,432.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Isla Vista?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Isla Vista range from $1,357 to $14,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,275 to $31,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,445.
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