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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UC Santa Barbara Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $800 (3 Rentals)
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UC Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UC Santa Barbara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| UC Santa Barbara Studio Apartments | $2,520 | $2,520 | $2,520 |
| UC Santa Barbara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,401 | $1,327 | $7,379 |
| UC Santa Barbara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,412 | $1,190 | $7,200 |
| UC Santa Barbara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,316 | $1,425 | $10,000+ |
| UC Santa Barbara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,760 | $1,320 | $2,640 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in UC Santa Barbara, CA
As of June 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the UC Santa Barbara area is the $4.31 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Arrive Los Carneros II in the in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood starting from $6,135. The second greatest value UC Santa Barbara apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at One Mosaic Apartments starting at $5,300 with a $5.58 price per square foot in the Downtown Goleta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for UC Santa Barbara apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrive Los Carneros II | 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $4.31 |
| One Mosaic Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $5.58 |
| Tropicana Student Housing | Tropicana Gardens | 3BR,2BA | $2.01 |
| Sumida Gardens Apartments | The Palm | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
| Cortona Point | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $5.33 |
| Tahitian Apartments | The Wave- Fully Furnished One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.35 |
| The Wave | 1 bed + 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.35 |
| 6587 Cervantes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $5.91 |
| Breakpointe Coronado | Breakpointe Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.38 |
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Getting Around the UC Santa Barbara Neighborhood in Santa Barbara, CA
Walk Score®
60 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
88 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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 UC Santa Barbara Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in UC Santa Barbara?
The cheapest apartment in UC Santa Barbara is Tahitian Apartments which is listed at $2,995, while the average apartment in UC Santa Barbara costs $19,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in UC Santa Barbara?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in UC Santa Barbara that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in UC Santa Barbara?
Cheap apartments in UC Santa Barbara have an average cost of $1,415 which is $17,585 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in UC Santa Barbara.
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