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East Mesa, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Mesa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Mesa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,700 | $2,400 | $5,800 |
| East Mesa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,403 | $5,200 | $10,000+ |
| East Mesa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,000 | $9,000 | $9,000 |
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There are currently 5 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. 611 Del La Guerra St W has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,700. 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 |
| 611 Del La Guerra St W | 611 Del La 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| Ivy at Carrillo | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Mesa, CA
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Mesa area is the $4.34 price per square foot 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Ivy at Anapamu in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,995. The second greatest value East Mesa apartment is the 318 W Pedregosa St Model at 318 W Pedregosa St, Unit A starting at $4,000 with a $3.73 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.34 |
| 318 W Pedregosa St, Unit A | 318 W Pedregosa St | 2BR,2BA | $3.73 |
| 611 Del La Guerra St W | 611 Del La 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 121 W Arrellaga St, Unit 005 | 121 W Arrellaga St | 2BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Ivy at Carrillo | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $5.99 |
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF | 1BR,1BA | $5.79 |
| 825 De la Vina St | 203 | Studio ,1BA | $8.14 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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There are currently 330 Apartments for Rent in East Mesa, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,285 to $30,000. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Mesa ranging from $2,400 to $31,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Mesa ranges from $2,400 to $31,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,900.
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