1528 Castillo St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
Cheap Homes for Rent in Upper East Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA from $2,400 (6 Rentals)
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1223 Stonecreek Rd
Santa BarbaraCA93105
2727 Miradero Dr
Santa BarbaraCA93105
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1217 Stonecreek Rd
Santa BarbaraCA93105
1111 N Milpas St
Santa BarbaraCA93103
430 Anacapa St
Santa BarbaraCA93101
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Upper East, Santa Barbara, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Upper East?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper East 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,316 | $3,350 | $8,500 |
| Upper East 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,804 | $5,500 | $10,000+ |
| Upper East 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $17,375 | $7,500 | $10,000+ |
| Upper East 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,000 | $9,000 | $9,000 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Upper East Neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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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 2509 Bath St priced from $1,980. 152- 1825 Chapala LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Upper East apartments for rent in Santa Barbara, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2509 Bath St | 2509 Bath Street | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
| 152- 1825 Chapala LLC | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper East, CA
As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper East area is the $2.93 price per square foot Upgraded Townhome Model at La Colina Gardens in the in the Westside neighborhood starting from $4,700. The second greatest value Upper East apartment is the 2509 Bath Street Model at 2509 Bath St starting at $1,980 with a $1.65 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Colina Gardens | Upgraded Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.93 |
| 2509 Bath St | 2509 Bath Street | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Ivy at Anapamu | 3 bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $4.34 |
| The Marc | Plan C2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.48 |
| 611 Del La Guerra St W | 611 Del La 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Rancho Franciscan Senior Apartments | The Sunshine Plan | 2BR,2BA | $4.40 |
| 111 N La Cumbre Rd, Unit 6 | 111 N La Cumbre Rd | 2BR,1BA | $4.47 |
| Sea Cliff Apartments | 1x1 - Furnished - 725 SF | 1BR,1BA | $5.79 |
| La Brezza | 2Bed1Bath-A | 2BR,1BA | $4.31 |
| Villa Flores Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Upper East?
There are currently 469 Apartments for Rent in Upper East, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,595 to $10,000. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Upper East ranging from $2,450 to $55,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Upper East ranges from $2,450 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $16,661.
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