Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Milpas Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)

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Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Brentwood
Studio Apartments

Brentwood

1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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405 Corona del Mar
1 Bedroom Apartments

405 Corona del Mar

405 Corona del MarSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Park East Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park East Apartments

322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Arlington Village
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arlington Village

1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Palm Gardens Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Palm Gardens Apartments

1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Milpas, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Milpas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Milpas 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 Milpas apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Arroyo House Student Living.Old Mesa3BR,1BA$1,285
611 Del La Guerra St W611 Del La 71BR,1BA$1,700
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milpas, CA

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Milpas 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 Milpas apartment is the 302 S Voluntario St Model at 302 S Voluntario St, Unit C starting at $3,750 with a $3.41 price per square foot in the Eastside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Milpas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ivy at Anapamu3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$4.34
302 S Voluntario St, Unit C302 S Voluntario St1BR,1.5BA$3.41
611 Del La Guerra St W611 Del La 71BR,1BA$1.75
121 W Arrellaga St, Unit 005121 W Arrellaga St2BR,1BA$4.61
Ivy at CarrilloTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$5.99
Sea Cliff Apartments1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF1BR,1BA$5.79
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.00
825 De la Vina St203Studio ,1BA$8.14
The Arroyo House Student Living.Foothill1BR,1BA$3.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Milpas, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #27

Among neighborhoods in Santa Barbara, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California including Milpas, Santa Barbara, and the greater Santa Barbara area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Milpas Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA

Walk Score®

86 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

82 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Milpas Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Milpas Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Milpas Apartment is $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Milpas Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Milpas is starting from $1,285 at The Arroyo House Student Living..

What is the most affordable Milpas Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Milpas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Arroyo House Student Living. and starts from $1,285.

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