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543 1/2 Arroyo AveSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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221 Bath St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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East Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Mesa Studio Apartments | $3,373 | $1,595 | $4,200 |
| East Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,346 | $1,285 | $4,800 |
| East Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,897 | $1,285 | $7,500 |
| East Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,394 | $1,285 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Mesa Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Mesa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Mesa area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. 2509 Bath St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,980. Here are the most affordable East 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 |
| 2509 Bath St | 2509 Bath Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mesa, CA
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Mesa area is the $1.65 price per square foot 2509 Bath Street Model at 2509 Bath St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $1,980. The second greatest value East Mesa apartment is the 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu starting at $4,900 with a $4.26 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Mesa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2509 Bath St | 2509 Bath Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.26 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | 2BR,2BA | $4.39 |
| Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $5.99 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF | 1BR,1BA | $5.79 |
| La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Mesa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Mesa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Mesa Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Mesa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Mesa is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable East Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Mesa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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