
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lower Riviera Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (19 Rentals)
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The Arroyo House Student Living.
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Lower Riviera, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lower Riviera?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lower Riviera Studio Apartments | $4,050 | $3,900 | $4,200 |
Lower Riviera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,785 | $1,285 | $4,126 |
Lower Riviera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,281 | $1,285 | $5,031 |
Lower Riviera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,521 | $1,285 | $4,995 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lower Riviera Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lower Riviera Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lower Riviera area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Arroyo House Student Living. priced from $1,285. Villa Flores Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. Here are the most affordable Lower Riviera apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Arroyo House Student Living. | Old Mesa | 3BR,1BA | $1,285 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | 2BR,2BA | $3,520 |
Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $4,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lower Riviera, CA
As of June 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lower Riviera 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 Lower Riviera apartment is the The Sunshine Plan Model at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments starting at $3,520 with a $4.40 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lower Riviera apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.34 |
Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | 2BR,2BA | $4.40 |
Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
The Arroyo House Student Living. | Foothill | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Getting Around the Lower Riviera Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lower Riviera Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Riviera Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lower Riviera Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lower Riviera Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lower Riviera is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..
What is the most affordable Lower Riviera Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lower Riviera Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.
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