Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $3,900 (27 Rentals)

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708 N Alisos St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

708 N Alisos St

708 N Alisos StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Ocean View Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean View Apartments

11 Ocean View AveSanta Barbara, CA 93108
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1111 E Cota St
3 Bedroom Apartments

1111 E Cota St

1111 E Cota StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Sycamore Creek Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Creek Village

1130 Punta Gorda StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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1108 Cacique St
Studio Apartments

1108 Cacique St

1108 Cacique StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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1111 Quinientos St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1111 Quinientos St

1111 Quinientos StSanta Barbara, CA 93103

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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1115 Quinientos St
3 Bedroom Apartments

1115 Quinientos St

1115 Quinientos StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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445 Scenic Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

445 Scenic Dr

445 Scenic DrSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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321 N Milpas St
Studio Apartments

321 N Milpas St

321 N Milpas StSanta Barbara, CA 93103

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Beachwalk
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Beachwalk

234 S Voluntario StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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318 S Voluntario St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

318 S Voluntario St

318 S Voluntario StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Eastside, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1317 Punta Gorda StreetLuxury Townhome2BR,2BA$4,250

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Expert Rental Resources

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.