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Villa Flores Apartments
601 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower East Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,600 (31 Rentals)
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1418 Bath St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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2879 Exeter Pl, Unit Private Garden, Unit Private Garden
2879 Exeter PlSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c, Unit 2301 A delavina street c
2301 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
510 Chapala St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
1205 Blanchard St
Santa BarbaraCA93103
226 W De la Guerra St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Alena on Haley
219 E Haley StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Brentwood
1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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405 Corona del Mar
405 Corona del MarSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Park East Apartments
322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Arlington Village
1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2102 Bath St
2102 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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152- 1825 Chapala LLC
1825 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Alta Vista Garden Apartments
1201 Alta Vista RdSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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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
210 S Voluntario St
Santa BarbaraCA93103
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121 W Arrellaga St
121 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.
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Coronel Apartments
555 Coronel PlSanta Barbara, CA 93101
411 E Anapamu St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Olive Street Lofts
915 Olive StSanta 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
306 Rancheria St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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1105 N Milpas St
1105 N Milpas StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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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
1330 Carmelita Ave
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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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 | $3,614 | $2,595 | $5,788 |
| Lower East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,813 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
| Lower East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,172 | $4,300 | $7,500 |
| Lower East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,800 | $4,600 | $7,550 |
| Lower East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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Cheapest Available Lower East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower East area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 152- 1825 Chapala LLC priced from $2,200. Villa Flores Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,450. Here are the most affordable Lower East apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Larger One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower East, CA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lower East 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 Lower East apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Villa Flores Apartments starting at $2,450 with a $4.08 price per square foot in the Riviera neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower East 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 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| 2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c | 2301 De la Vina St | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.46 |
| The Arroyo House Student Living. | Fiesta - Female | 3BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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Public School - Grades 9-12 (1924)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower East Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower East Apartment is $2,200 at 152- 1825 Chapala LLC.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower East is starting from $4,850 at Alena on Haley.
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