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The Arroyo House Student Living.
543 1/2 Arroyo AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Alta Mesa Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (32 Rentals)
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Sea Cliff Apartments
20-80 Oceano AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Channel View Apartments
515 Red Rose LnSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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602 W Carrillo St, Unit B
602 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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203 Ladera St
203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Rancheria Village Apartments
424 Rancheria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1231 Chino St
1231 Chino StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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310 Ladera St
310 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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720 Bath St
720 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1135 San Andres St
1135 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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543 Arroyo Ave
543 Arroyo AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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640 W Ortega St
640 W Ortega StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Casalino Court
617-623 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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633 De La Vina St
633 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Creek View
719 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Cliff House
1040 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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1 Bedroom Apartments
308 W De la Guerra St
308 W De la Guerra StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2016 Red Rose Way
2016 Red Rose WaySanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Sea Crest Apartments
100 Oceano AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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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
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Ivy at Carrillo
520-536 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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La Brezza
620 W Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Buena Vista Apartment
1000 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Monteria Village
522 W Montecito StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Palm Gardens Apartments
1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Cottage Gardens Apartments
227 W De La Guerra StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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The Village at Santa Barbara
518-524 W Canon Perdido StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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627 De La Vina St
627 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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303 Loma Alta Dr
303 Loma Alta DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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1906 Red Rose Way
1906 Red Rose WaySanta Barbara, CA 93109
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711 W Cota St
711 W Cota StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Alta Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alta Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alta Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $1,285 | $3,500 |
| Alta Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $1,285 | $1,285 |
| Alta Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $1,285 | $1,285 |
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Cheapest Available Alta Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Alta Mesa area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. Channel View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,400. Here are the most affordable Alta Mesa apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,400 |
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 727 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $3,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alta Mesa, CA
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alta Mesa area is the $5.04 price per square foot 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 2 in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $6,300. The second greatest value Alta Mesa apartment is the 602 W Carrillo St Model at 602 W Carrillo St, Unit B starting at $3,550 with a $4.44 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alta Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 415 Rancheria St, Unit 2 | 415 Rancheria St | 4BR,1.5BA | $5.04 |
| 602 W Carrillo St, Unit B | 602 W Carrillo St | 2BR,1BA | $4.44 |
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 727 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $4.95 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.67 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alta Mesa Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Alta Mesa?
The cheapest apartment in Alta Mesa is The Arroyo House Student Living. which is listed at $1,285, while the average apartment in Alta Mesa costs $1,285.
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