
Apartments for Rent in the East Mesa Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (345 Rentals)


825 De la Vina St

The Arroyo House Student Living.

609 W Junipero St

Alena on Haley

Sea Cliff Apartments

800 Santa Barbara

Channel View Apartments

2127 Red Rose Way

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415 Rancheria St, Unit 4
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605 W Anapamu St

226 W De la Guerra St

323 W Islay St, Unit E

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510 Chapala St

1312 Shoreline Dr

1214 Shoreline Dr

220 Meigs Rd

990 Miramonte Dr

21 Camino Calma
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521 W Montecito St

1 Castillo St

107 Skyline Cir

211 Bath St

1033 W Micheltorena St

1212 W Micheltorena St

1514 Clearview Rd

1476 Crestline Dr

122 Santa Rosa Pl

1539 Shoreline Dr
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302 W Montecito St

Paseo Chapala

1801 De La Vina St

203 Ladera St

Cliff House

1000 Del Sol Ave

123 Oceano Ave

543 Arroyo Ave

Sea Crest Apartments

Santa Barbara Highlands
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2012 Red Rose Way

2016 Red Rose Way

213 Ladera St

322 Ladera St

310 Ladera St

640 W Ortega St

520 W Gutierrez St

423 W Gutierrez St

Rancheria Village Apartments

622 W Carrillo St
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East Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Mesa Studio Apartments | $3,037 | $2,850 | $3,250 |
| East Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,390 | $2,950 | $5,950 |
| East Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,267 | $3,675 | $7,500 |
| East Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,055 | $4,600 | $7,550 |
| East Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #15
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about East Mesa
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 $2,950 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $4,390.
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 $3,675 to $7,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,267.
How expensive are East Mesa Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 45 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in East Mesa on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,600 to $7,550 - averaging $6,055 for the location.
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