
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cielito Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,800 (91 Rentals)
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Villa Flores Apartments

521 E Arrellaga St, Unit 11

1514 Eucalyptus Hill Rd
Cielito, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cielito?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cielito 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,773 | $2,120 | $3,900 |
| Cielito 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,676 | $3,395 | $3,795 |
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There are currently 91 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cielito Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheapest Available Cielito Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cielito area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,120. 152- 1825 Chapala LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,250. Here are the most affordable Cielito apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,120 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 1105 N Milpas St | One Bedroom w/Fireplace | 1BR,1BA | $3,250 |
| 609 W Junipero St | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3,795 |
| Los Robles - Senior 55+ | 2/2 | 1BR,2BA | $3,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cielito, CA
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cielito area is the $2.95 price per square foot 2/2 Model at Los Robles - Senior 55+ in the in the Upper State neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Cielito apartment is the 521 E Arrellaga St Model at 521 E Arrellaga St, Unit 11 starting at $3,600 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cielito apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Robles - Senior 55+ | 2/2 | 1BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 521 E Arrellaga St, Unit 11 | 521 E Arrellaga St | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
| 609 W Junipero St | 2Bed/2Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| 1105 N Milpas St | One Bedroom w/Fireplace | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCielito, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #32
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Cielito, Santa Barbara, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Barbara Senior High
Santa Barbara Junior High
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Getting Around the Cielito Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
4 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
12 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cielito Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cielito Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cielito Apartment is $2,120 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cielito Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cielito is starting from $3,795 at 609 W Junipero St.
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