521 W Montecito St, Unit 1
521 W Montecito St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Mesa Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,600 (30 Rentals)
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1821 Chino St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
1418 Bath St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
510 Chapala St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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817 Castillo St, Unit B
817 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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609 W Junipero St
609 W Junipero StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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$2,975
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1821 Chino St, Unit D
1821 Chino StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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226 W De la Guerra St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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$3,200 - $6,800Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Alena on Haley
219 E Haley StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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$3,395
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214 W De la Guerra St, Unit 214 w. De La Guerra St
214 W De la Guerra StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Channel View Apartments
515 Red Rose LnSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Brentwood
1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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551-555 W Pueblo St
551-555 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Arlington Village
1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Lis
1825 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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203 Ladera St
203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Cliff House
1040 Cliff DrSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Ivy at Arrellaga
714 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Palm Gardens Apartments
1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ocean View Apartments
505 Red Rose LnSanta Barbara, CA 93109
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Cabana Island View Apartments
2100 Red Rose WaySanta Barbara, CA 93109
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2 Bedroom Apartments
121 W Arrellaga St
121 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Olive Street Lofts
915 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Coronel Apartments
555 Coronel PlSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Carrillo
520-536 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Soltara
27 E Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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201 Ladera St
201 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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314 W Mission St
306-314 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2 Bedroom Apartments
The Messina
2541 Modoc RdSanta Barbara, CA 93105
21 Camino Calma
Santa BarbaraCA93109
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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 |
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| East Mesa Studio Apartments | $2,890 | $2,595 | $3,250 |
| East Mesa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,849 | $2,400 | $5,950 |
| East Mesa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,125 | $3,395 | $7,500 |
| East Mesa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,681 | $4,495 | $7,550 |
| East Mesa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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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 Studio unit found at Alena on Haley priced from $3,200. Channel View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,400. Here are the most affordable East Mesa apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3,400 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,450 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Larger One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mesa, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Mesa area is the $6.70 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option Model at 800 Santa Barbara in the in the Upper State neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value East Mesa apartment is the 214 W De la Guerra St Model at 214 W De la Guerra St, Unit 214 w. De La Guerra St starting at $3,395 with a $3.77 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| 214 W De la Guerra St, Unit 214 w. De La Guerra St | 214 W De la Guerra St | 2BR,1BA | $3.77 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
| Channel View Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.67 |
| 1821 Chino St, Unit D | 1821 Chino St | 1BR,1BA | $4.96 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.46 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Fiesta - Female | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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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 $3,400 at Channel View Apartments.
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 $3,450 at The Messina.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.
Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.