Apartments for Rent in the East Mesa Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (328 Rentals)

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221 Bath St

Santa BarbaraCA93101
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203 Ladera St
1 Bedroom Apartments

203 Ladera St

203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Natoma Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Natoma Apartments

218 Natoma AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1035 Cliff Dr
Studio Apartments

1035 Cliff Dr

1035 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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123 Oceano Ave
Studio Apartments

123 Oceano Ave

123 Oceano AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Buena Vista Apartment
Studio Apartments

Buena Vista Apartment

1000 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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208 Oceano Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

208 Oceano Ave

208 Oceano AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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543 Arroyo Ave
Studio Apartments

543 Arroyo Ave

543 Arroyo AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Beach City, Santa Barbara
2 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

Beach City, Santa Barbara

801-831 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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303 Loma Alta Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

303 Loma Alta Dr

303 Loma Alta DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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1906 Red Rose Way
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1906 Red Rose Way

1906 Red Rose WaySanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Ocean View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean View Apartments

505 Red Rose LnSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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2012 Red Rose Way
Studio Apartments

2012 Red Rose Way

2012 Red Rose WaySanta Barbara, CA 93109
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2016 Red Rose Way
Studio Apartments

2016 Red Rose Way

2016 Red Rose WaySanta Barbara, CA 93109
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711 W Cota St
1 Bedroom Apartments

711 W Cota St

711 W Cota StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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213 Ladera St
Studio Apartments

213 Ladera St

213 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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322 Ladera St
Studio Apartments

322 Ladera St

322 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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310 Ladera St
2 Bedroom Apartments

310 Ladera St

310 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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201 Ladera St
Studio Apartments

201 Ladera St

201 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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640 W Ortega St
Studio Apartments

640 W Ortega St

640 W Ortega StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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La Brezza
2 Bedroom Apartments

La Brezza

620 W Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Monteria Village
3 Bedroom Apartments

Monteria Village

522 W Montecito StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Coronel Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Coronel Apartments

555 Coronel PlSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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520 W Gutierrez St
Studio Apartments

520 W Gutierrez St

520 W Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Castillo Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Castillo Apartments

215 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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East Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #26

Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Santa Barbara. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have little ones? Amongst all of the neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, this section of town has come to be one of the A-list neighborhoods for families, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. This includes features like parks, and more.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have dogs or cats? This part of town ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 3.5 out of 4.

Getting Around the East Mesa Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about East Mesa

How much are Studio apartments in East Mesa?

There are currently 44 Studio Apartments in East Mesa with rent ranges from $1,595 to $4,200 with an average price of $3,159.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom East Mesa Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in East Mesa ranges from $1,285 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,520.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in East Mesa cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in East Mesa range from $1,285 to $7,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $4,093.

How expensive are East Mesa Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 27 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Mesa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,285 to $5,500 - averaging $3,472 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.