Cheap Homes for Rent in Milpas Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $3,800 (5 Rentals)

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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 $2,400. 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$2,400
1105 N Milpas StOne Bedroom w/Fireplace1BR,1BA$3,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milpas, CA

As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Milpas area is the $2.80 price per square foot 521 E Arrellaga St Model at 521 E Arrellaga St, Unit 2 in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Milpas apartment is the 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 4 starting at $6,300 with a $5.04 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.
521 E Arrellaga St, Unit 2521 E Arrellaga St2BR,2BA$2.80
415 Rancheria St, Unit 4415 Rancheria St4BR,1.5BA$5.04
Ivy at Anapamu3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom3BR,1.5BA$3.91
Plaza RivieraThe Classic Two2BR,2BA$4.85
1105 N Milpas StOne Bedroom w/Fireplace1BR,1BA$4.09
800 Santa BarbaraUnit 1061BR,1BA$6.88
Sea Cliff Apartments1x1 - Bldg 80 - 792 SF1BR,1BA$4.92
Citywalk2x12BR,1BA$5.56
Villa Flores Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.00
The Arroyo House Student Living.Foothill1BR,1BA$3.75

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Milpas, Santa Barbara, CA

Ranked #33

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Milpas

What type of rentals are currently available in Milpas?

There are currently 381 Apartments for Rent in Milpas, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,285 to $10,000. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Milpas ranging from $3,850 to $75,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Milpas?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Milpas ranges from $3,850 to $75,000 with an average monthly rent of $22,046.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Milpas?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Milpas range from $1,285 to $4,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,800 to $31,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $6,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,300.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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