
Studio Apartments for Rent in the Upper East Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA (263 Rentals)


551-555 W Pueblo St

1714 San Andres St

510 Chapala St

3909 Maricopa Dr

Parkview Apartments

Paseo Chapala

128 W Arrellaga St

922 Bath St

521 E Arrellaga St
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816 Vine Ave

Castillo Court

535-561 Montecito St

2314 De La Vina St

610 E Canon Perdido St

904 E Carrillo Rd

Crane Villa

318 W Carrillo St

1627 Bath St

1216 State St
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La Chapala Apartments

Group North

115 W Anapamu St

414 Chapala St

321 N Milpas St

515 E Arrellaga St

125 W Mason St

622 E Victoria St

331 E Victoria St

2524 Castillo St
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221 E Haley St

Sonrisa Apartments

1501 Santa Barbara St

2333 De La Vina St

322 Ladera St

1923 De La Vina St

110 W Calle Crespis

163 N La Cumbre Rd

Monaco Manor

1620 Garden St

2839 State St

718-724 De La Vina St

1913 San Pascual St

1024 Laguna St

201 Bath St

122 W Arrellaga St

2611 Orella St

Riviera View Apartments

550 E De La Guerra St

509 Fig Ave
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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Largest Available Upper East Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alena on Haley | Studio | 429 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| 551-555 W Pueblo St | 200 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
Cheapest Available Upper East Studio Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Alena on Haley | Studio | $3,200 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUpper East, Santa Barbara, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Upper East, Santa Barbara, CA
Roosevelt Elementary
Santa Barbara Senior High
La Cumbre Junior High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Upper East Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Upper East with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Upper East is at Alena on Haley listed at $3,200.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Upper East Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Upper East is $2,518.
What is the largest available Studio Upper East Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Upper East is a 429 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at Alena on Haley.
What is the average size for Upper East Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Upper East is currently 364 sq ft.
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