
Apartments for Rent in the Lower East Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (463 Rentals)


825 De la Vina St

The Arroyo House Student Living.

Sea Cliff Apartments

Alena on Haley

800 Santa Barbara

Villa Flores Apartments

1231 E Mason St, Unit C, Unit C

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415 Rancheria St, Unit 4, Unit 4

411 E Anapamu St
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245 Por La Mar Cir, Unit 0, Unit 0

546 Owen Rd

1815 San Andres St

1418 Bath St

118 W Pedregosa St

510 Chapala St

916 Garcia Rd

204 Oceano Ave

1714 San Andres St

616 N Voluntario St
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1206 Blanchard St

1312 E Gutierrez St

1036 E Cota St

911 Paseo Ferrelo

1417 Clifton St

211 Bath St

1 Castillo St

147 Por La Mar Cir

112 Por La Mar Cir

128 Por La Mar Cir
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521 W Montecito St

743 Woodland Dr

1615 Anacapa St

1701 Anacapa St

2110 De La Vina St

407 Vista De La Playa Ln

1622 Villa Ave

1214 Shoreline Dr

1312 Shoreline Dr

1398 Santa Rita Cir

1539 Shoreline Dr

1711 La Coronilla Dr

1608 Bath St

906 Chelham Way

1024 Fairway Rd

60 Crestview Ln

Natoma Apartments

Paseo Chapala

1801 De La Vina St

203 Ladera St
Lower East, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower East Studio Apartments | $2,728 | $2,200 | $3,250 |
| Lower East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,194 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
| Lower East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,650 | $4,500 | $7,500 |
| Lower East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,500 | $6,500 | $6,500 |
| Lower East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLower East, Santa Barbara, CA
Ranked #18
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Lower East, Santa Barbara, and the greater Santa Barbara area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting for your family? this section of town has risen to be a leading area for families, with a score of 2.5 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, and great schools.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have furry friends? this neighborhood is one of our preferred neighborhoods for families with pets, with a score of 2.5 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lower East
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Lower East Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Lower East ranges from $2,450 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $4,194.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower East cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Lower East range from $4,500 to $7,500. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,650.
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