Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Milpas Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,200 (147 Rentals)

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Citywalk

1402-1404 San Pascual StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Paseo Chapala
Studio Apartments

Paseo Chapala

721-791 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1801 De La Vina St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1801 De La Vina St

1801 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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203 Ladera St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

203 Ladera St

203 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
Furnished
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Sonrisa Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sonrisa Apartments

410 W Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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718-724 De La Vina St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

718-724 De La Vina St

718-724 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1407 Bath St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1407 Bath St

1407 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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103 Chapala St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

103 Chapala St

103 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1232 Laguna St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

1232 Laguna St

1232 Laguna StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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817 De la Vina St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

817 De la Vina St

817 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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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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1530 Bath St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1530 Bath St

1530 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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228 W Anapamu St
Studio Apartments

228 W Anapamu St

228 W Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1231 Chino St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1231 Chino St

1231 Chino StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1717 Chapala St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1717 Chapala St

1717 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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720 Bath St
Studio Apartments

720 Bath St

720 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1620 Garden St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1620 Garden St

1620 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

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522-526 E Anapamu St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

522-526 E Anapamu St

522-526 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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Chapala One
2 Bedroom Apartments

Chapala One

401-415 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Burrton Circle
Studio Apartments

Burrton Circle

200 W Mason StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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224 W Yanonali St
Studio Apartments

224 W Yanonali St

224 W Yanonali StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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130 W Victoria St
Studio Apartments

130 W Victoria St

130 W Victoria StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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450 Por La Mar Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

450 Por La Mar Dr

450 Por La Mar DrSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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222 W Yanonali St
Studio Apartments

222 W Yanonali St

222 W Yanonali StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1315 Bath St
Studio Apartments

1315 Bath St

1315 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93101

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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310 Ladera St
2 Bedroom Apartments

310 Ladera St

310 Ladera StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Pedregosa Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pedregosa Plaza

28 W Pedregosa StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1223 Garden St
Studio Apartments

1223 Garden St

1223 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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123 Natoma Ave
Studio Apartments

123 Natoma Ave

123 Natoma AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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526 E Anapamu St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

526 E Anapamu St

526 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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125-129 W Yanonali St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

125-129 W Yanonali St

125-129 W Yanonali StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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1315 Olive St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1315 Olive St

1315 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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818 Garden St
Studio Apartments

818 Garden St

818 Garden StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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El Andaluz
Studio Apartments

El Andaluz

531 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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23 W Mission St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

23 W Mission St

23 W Mission 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. Villa Flores Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,120. 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
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,120
152- 1825 Chapala LLC1bed/1bath1BR,1BA$2,175
825 De la Vina StStudiosStudio,1BA$3,450
800 Santa BarbaraStudioStudio,1BA$3,500
Sea Cliff Apartments1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF1BR,1BA$3,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milpas, CA

As of December 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Milpas area is the $4.40 price per square foot 116 E Yanonali St Model at 116 E Yanonali St, Unit c2 in the in the Waterfront neighborhood starting from $5,500. The second greatest value Milpas apartment is the One Bedroom Model at 825 De la Vina St starting at $5,500 with a $7.02 price per square foot in the Westside 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.
116 E Yanonali St, Unit c2116 E Yanonali St1BR,1.5BA$4.40
825 De la Vina StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$7.02
Sea Cliff Apartments1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF1BR,1BA$4.97
800 Santa BarbaraOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$6.84
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.53
The Arroyo House Student Living.Foothill1BR,1BA$3.75

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Milpas, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #19

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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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.

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..

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!