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551-555 W Pueblo St
551-555 W Pueblo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper East Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $1,300 (42 Rentals)
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1714 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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$2,450 - $2,6501 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Villa Flores Apartments
601 E Anapamu StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
3909 Maricopa Dr
Santa BarbaraCA93110
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$2,750
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2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c, Unit 2301 A delavina street c
2301 De la Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
1021 San Andres St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
510 Chapala St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
3880 State St
Santa BarbaraCA93105
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Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments
221 Hitchcock WaySanta Barbara, CA 93105
1016 E Canon Perdido St
Santa BarbaraCA93103
338 Apple Grove Ln
Santa BarbaraCA93105
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609 W Junipero St
609 W Junipero StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Alena on Haley
219 E Haley StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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$3,275
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602 W Carrillo St, Unit B, Unit B
602 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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610 Kentia Ave
610 Kentia AveSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Tori Fore
3790 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Brentwood
1429 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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De La Vina Apartments
3754 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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3450 Richland Dr
3450 Richland DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Park East Apartments
322-324 E Micheltorena StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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3735 San Remo Dr
3735 San Remo DrSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Arlington Village
1330 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2102 Bath St
2102 Bath StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Mediterranean Apartments
2400 De La Vina StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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1 Bedroom Apartments
Lis
1825 Chapala StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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2126 Castillo St
2126 Castillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Alta Vista Garden Apartments
1201 Alta Vista RdSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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114 W Calle Crespis Apartments
114 W Calle CrespisSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Monterey Pines
3710-3735 Monterey Pines StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Palm Gardens Apartments
1120-1130 San Andres StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Arrellaga
714 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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121 W Arrellaga St
121 W Arrellaga StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Coronel Apartments
555 Coronel PlSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Olive Street Lofts
915 Olive StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Ivy at Carrillo
520-536 W Carrillo StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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Soltara
27 E Gutierrez StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
328 W Pedregosa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Rose Garden Apartments
2953 State StSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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1105 N Milpas St
1105 N Milpas StSanta Barbara, CA 93103
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314 W Mission St
306-314 W Mission StSanta Barbara, CA 93101
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The Messina
2541 Modoc RdSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Los Robles - Senior 55+
1 El Vedado LnSanta Barbara, CA 93105
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Upper East, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper East Studio Apartments | $2,518 | $1,900 | $3,250 |
| Upper East 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,696 | $2,450 | $5,950 |
| Upper East 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,035 | $2,930 | $7,782 |
| Upper East 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,783 | $4,850 | $10,000+ |
| Upper East 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,300 | $6,300 | $6,300 |
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Cheapest Available Upper East Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper East area of Santa Barbara, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Flores Apartments priced from $2,450. Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,803. Here are the most affordable Upper East apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,450 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Poppy Plan | 1BR,1BA | $2,803 |
| Alena on Haley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,200 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $3,600 |
| Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | 2BR,2BA | $4,195 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4,500 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $4,945 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper East, CA
As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper East area is the $3.76 price per square foot 603 W Anapamu St Model at 603 W Anapamu St in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,850. The second greatest value Upper East apartment is the 415 Rancheria St Model at 415 Rancheria St, Unit 2 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 Upper East apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 603 W Anapamu St | 603 W Anapamu St | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.76 |
| 415 Rancheria St, Unit 2 | 415 Rancheria St | 4BR,1.5BA | $5.04 |
| 800 Santa Barbara | Two Bedroom - Furnished or Unfurnished Option | 2BR,2BA | $6.70 |
| The Marc | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $4.88 |
| Plaza Riviera | The Classic Two | 2BR,2BA | $4.85 |
| The Messina | 2Bed2Bath-A | 2BR,2BA | $4.24 |
| 602 W Carrillo St, Unit B | 602 W Carrillo St | 2BR,1BA | $4.09 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| 2301 De la Vina St, Unit 2301 A delavina street c | 2301 De la Vina St | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Tide Plan | 1BR,1BA | $5.41 |
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Best Local Schools in Upper East, Santa Barbara, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (463)
6 out of 10
Santa Barbara Senior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1924)
6 out of 10
La Cumbre Junior High
Santa Barbara Unified School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (426)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper East Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Upper East?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Upper East is at Alena on Haley listed at $3,200.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper East Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper East Apartment is $2,450 at Villa Flores Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Upper East Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Upper East is starting from $3,586 at Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments.
What is the most affordable Upper East Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Upper East Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Marc and starts from $4,945.
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.
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
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.