
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Beach Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,700 (20 Rentals)
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Villa Flores Apartments

1218 Blanchard St

Sea Cliff Apartments

405 Corona del Mar

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201 Ladera St

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East Beach, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,144 | $2,425 | $6,000 |
| East Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,770 | $4,000 | $5,800 |
| East Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,175 | $4,900 | $7,550 |
| East Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Beach Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Beach area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,525. Sea Cliff Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,900. Here are the most affordable East Beach apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 727 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $3,900 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $4,250 |
| El Jardin | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom 2D (mkt) | 2BR,2BA | $4,300 |
| 1524 Garden St | 3BR Suite | 3BR,2BA | $4,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Beach, CA
As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Beach area is the $4.80 price per square foot 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 4 in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $6,000. The second greatest value East Beach apartment is the 3BR Suite Model at 1524 Garden St starting at $4,600 with a $4.38 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 415 Rancheria St, Unit 4 | 415 Rancheria St | 4BR,1.5BA | $4.80 |
| 1524 Garden St | 3BR Suite | 3BR,2BA | $4.38 |
| 1317 Punta Gorda Street | Luxury Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $4.59 |
| El Jardin | Two Bedroom, One Bathroom 2G | 2BR,1BA | $7.24 |
| 825 De la Vina St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.22 |
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 727 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $5.36 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.21 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Mission Triple | 1BR,1BA | $4.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Beach Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Beach Apartment is $2,525 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Beach is starting from $4,250 at 1317 Punta Gorda Street.
What is the most affordable East Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1524 Garden St and starts from $4,600.
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